Cooked mixed berries are a delicious topping for desserts like tarts, ice cream, yogurt and more.
Recipe · Kitchen tips
Mixed berry compote
- 5 ingredients
- 6 steps
Ingredients
- 2 cups mixed berries (blackberries, raspberries, blueberries, etc.)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
Step-by-step preparation
- In a small saucepan, combine the berries, sugar and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for about 5–10 minutes, until the berries start to release their juice and the sugar dissolves.
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the water until completely dissolved.
- Add the cornstarch mixture to the berries and stir well.
- Cook over medium-low heat for another 5–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened to a sauce-like consistency.
- Remove the pan from the heat and let the compote cool for a few minutes before using.
- Serve the berry compote with desserts like tarts, ice cream or yogurt.
Extra tips
- Adjust the amount of sugar to your taste.
- For a smoother sauce, blend the berries with a hand blender or food processor before adding the cornstarch.
- If the compote gets too thick, add a little more water to thin it.
- You can use other fruits to make a cooked fruit sauce, such as strawberries, mango or pineapple.
- The berry compote keeps in an airtight container in the fridge for several days.
And that’s it! Now you know how to make a delicious mixed berry compote to go with your favorite desserts. Enjoy!