Blueberry Compote
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A three-ingredient blueberry compote recipe made with fresh or frozen blueberries. The easiest blueberry compote for French toast, pancakes, or waffles!
Why Make This Blueberry Compote?
Each spring, as we head into warmer weather and the supermarkets shift from imported produce to locally-grown fruits and vegetables, I inevitably begin my seasonal ritual of turning fresh blueberries into sorbets, syrups, and pitchers of sweet lemonade. But when I really want to highlight the best of the seasonal berries, I’ll simmer them into a simple fruit compote.
While you can purchase store-bought compotes, I prefer to make my own from scratch. Not only are they super easy to prepare, but homemade fruit compotes taste fresher than anything commercially produced, and they allow me to adjust the sweetness and consistency to taste. Compotes are also ideal for using up all of those “odds and ends” of fresh and frozen berries that somehow accumulate in the fridge and at the back of the freezer!
I also make plenty of strawberry and mixed berry compote, but blueberry is by far my favorite. Made with just berries, sugar, and citrus, this thick, jammy fruit topping really allows the flavor of fresh blueberries to shine.
Homemade blueberry compote pairs perfectly with breakfast foods like yogurt, oatmeal, pancakes, and waffles. You can spoon it over a slice of cheesecake or a few scoops of homemade vanilla ice cream. Pair it with whipped cream for an Eton mess-inspired dessert. Spread on toast, scones, or blueberry muffins. Or do what I do and eat it warm, straight from the bowl.
Blueberry Compote Recipe Ingredients
To make this blueberry compote recipe, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- Blueberries – You’ll need 400 grams (14 ounces) of blueberries. While fresh blueberries work beautifully in this recipe, you can substitute frozen berries, too. Note that frozen berries will take longer to come to a boil, and you’ll want to cook the compote for a few extra minutes to compensate for the higher water content.
- Granulated Sugar – Granulated sugar sweetens and thickens the compote. If substituting caster sugar, use a kitchen scale to measure by weight, rather than volume.
- Lemon – Lemon juice and zest balance add a note of acidity and balance the sweetness of the sugar. If you don’t like lemon, replace it wtih fresh lime juice and zest instead.
How to Make Blueberry Compote
To make this blueberry compote recipe, start by stirring together berries, granulated sugar, and water.
Bring the mixture a boil, then reduce the heat and gently simmer on the stovetop for about 20 minutes. As the berries cook, they’ll break down and the sauce will thicken.
Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice and zest. Serve warm, or cool and refrigerate until ready to enjoy!
For ingredient quantities, step-by-step instructions, and process photos, scroll down to the recipe card below.
How to Enjoy Blueberry Compote
For dessert, pair blueberry compote with miniature pavlovas or slices of New York cheesecake. Spoon it over homemade vanilla ice cream or buttermilk ice cream, or layer it into a sweet parfait.
For breakfast, use homemade blueberry compote for topping pancakes, waffles, or French toast. Stir into Greek yogurt, porridge, or overnight oats, or spread it on blueberry muffins.
Make-Ahead and Storage Suggestions
Store leftover blueberry compote in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Serve cold, or rewarm in the microwave or a small pan on the stovetop.
To freeze: Freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator.
Other compote recipes you might enjoy:
Strawberry Compote
Mixed Berry Compote
Cranberry Compote
Cherry Compote
And if you do make these, or any of my recipes, don’t forget to tag me @bastecutfold or use the hashtag #bastecutfold on Instagram. I always love to see what you’re making!
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Blueberry Compote
- Total Time25 minutes
- Yield300 grams (about 1 cup) 1x
A three-ingredient blueberry compote recipe made with fresh or frozen blueberries, lemon, and granulated sugar.
Ingredients
400 grams fresh or frozen blueberries (14 ounces; about 2 1/2 cups)
25 grams granulated sugar (2 tablespoons)
15 milliliters water (1 tablespoon)
15 milliliters lemon juice (1 tablespoon)
Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, stir together blueberries, granulated sugar, and water.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until berries break down and sauce thickens slightly, about 20 minutes.
Remove from heat. Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest.
Serve warm or cold. Store leftover blueberry compote in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Sauces, Jams, and Chutneys
- Method: Stovetop
