Fresh Cherry Compote

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We look forward to making this cherry compote every summer with fresh tart cherries. It tastes sweet and tangy at the same time! Delicious on vanilla bean gelato, cheesecake, pancakes, Greek yogurt, and more!

Submitted by trixie_stardust73
Updated on May 9, 2024
Close-up of tart cherry compote in a glass bowl
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
9
Yield:
3 cups
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 9 servings

  • ¾ cup water

  • ½ cup white sugar

  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • 3 ½ cups pitted tart cherries

  • 2 tablespoons water

  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

Directions

  1. Bring 3/4 cup water, sugar, and cinnamon to a boil in a saucepan; reduce heat and simmer until sugar is dissolved, 3 to 4 minutes. Add cherries; bring back to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until cherries soften, about 5 minutes.

  2. Mix 2 tablespoons water and cornstarch together in a small bowl; pour over the cherry mixture in the saucepan. Stir until thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. Let cool, 10 to 15 minutes. Transfer to a container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Cook’s Note

You can use 2/3 cup white sugar for a sweeter compote.

Frozen tart cherries will also work for this recipe.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

80 Calories
0g Fat
20g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 9
Calories 80
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0g 0%
Sodium 3mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 20g 7%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 16g
Protein 1g 1%
Vitamin C 6mg 7%
Calcium 11mg 1%
Iron 0mg 1%
Potassium 105mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.