This unbelievably easy Strawberry Compote was a favorite of mine growing up! Simmer fresh strawberries for just 10 minutes and they turn into the most delicious, thick sauce that you can spoon over ice cream and so much more!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound strawberries
- 3 tablespoons sugar (maybe a little more depending on how sweet the berries are)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Hull the strawberries and cut them into halves or fourths depending on how big the berries are and how chunky you want the compote to be.
- Add the strawberries to a medium pot with the sugar and lemon juice and stir.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally for 10-15 minutes until the fruit has broken down into a sauce. Taste to see if any more sugar needs to be added and then remove from the heat to cool slightly. The compote will thicken more as it sits.
Recipe Notes
Store: Let the compote cool completely and then store in an air tight container or a mason jar in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Freeze: Freeze compote in freezer bags with the air pushed out for up to three months. Defrost in the refrigerator and serve chilled or warm in the microwave before serving.
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stove Top
- Cuisine: American
