Description
Homemade strawberry compote is a delightful and versatile topping that can transform your breakfast, dessert, or snack into something extraordinary. This quick and easy recipe takes just 15 minutes to prepare, using fresh or frozen strawberries, and minimal ingredients. With its vibrant color and natural sweetness, this compote perfectly complements yogurt, pancakes, ice cream, or can even enhance the flavors of cakes as a filling. Whether you enjoy it warm or chilled, this homemade strawberry sauce is sure to add a burst of flavor to any dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 ounces hulled strawberries (fresh or frozen)
- ⅓ cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a medium pot over medium heat.
- Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for about 8 minutes, stirring frequently until the strawberries break down and the mixture thickens to your desired consistency.
- Adjust sweetness with additional sugar if needed and continue cooking until fully dissolved.
- Transfer the compote into an airtight container once cooked to your liking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg