Simplest Strawberry Compote Recipe
A sweet thickened strawberry sauce for the top of you desserts and ice cream.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 67kcal
Equipment
- 1 wooden spoon
- 1 sharp knife
Ingredients
- 1 pint strawberries hulled and small dice
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Stir strawberries, sugar and lemon juice together in a medium sauce pot then bring to a simmer
- Continue at a low simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally so it does not burn
- Remove from the heat and cool. Serve chilled
Notes
Keep compote at a simmer or just below so the bottom of the pan does not scorch.
Stir occasionally to keep from burning.
Allow to cool for full thickening.
Store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Nutrition
Calories: 67kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 91mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Vitamin C: 35mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.2mg
