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Delicious Strawberry Compote Recipe

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A quick and easy homemade strawberry compote perfect for rescuing too-ripe berries and adding a fresh, sweet punch to any meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (about 600 grams) hulled and quartered strawberries (use overripe berries for best results)
  • 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) water
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Rinse overripe strawberries gently under cold water. Hull and quarter them, leaving some smaller pieces for texture (about 5 minutes).
  2. Add strawberries, sugar, water, lemon juice, and ground cinnamon to a medium saucepan. Stir gently until sugar starts dissolving, about 2 minutes.
  3. Place saucepan over medium-low heat and simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until strawberries break down and release juices, about 8-10 minutes.
  4. Check consistency: compote should coat the back of a spoon but still have some chunks. If too watery, simmer longer; if too thick, add a splash of water.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  6. Let compote cool to room temperature before transferring to a jar or bowl. It will thicken slightly as it cools (about 20 minutes).

Notes

For a smoother compote, mash berries slightly while simmering but keep some chunks for texture. Use a heavy-bottomed pan to prevent scorching and stir gently to avoid pureeing the berries. Adjust sugar to taste depending on berry sweetness. Can substitute sugar with coconut sugar, maple syrup, or natural sweeteners for dietary needs. Frozen strawberries can be used if thawed and drained first.

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