Description
A quick and simple one-pot strawberry rhubarb compote perfect for busy mornings, offering a bright, tangy sweetness that pairs well with pancakes, yogurt, or oatmeal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
- 2 cups fresh rhubarb, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (organic cane sugar recommended)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup water
- Pinch of cinnamon (optional)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon cold water (optional, for thicker compote)
Instructions
- Wash and hull the strawberries, then cut them into quarters. Chop the rhubarb into roughly 1/2-inch pieces.
- In a medium saucepan, combine strawberries, rhubarb, granulated sugar, fresh lemon juice, vanilla extract, water, and cinnamon if using. Stir gently to mix.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking or burning.
- As the mixture bubbles and thickens, if a thicker compote is desired, stir in the cornstarch mixture during the last 2 minutes of cooking and stir constantly until thickened.
- Taste and adjust sugar or lemon juice as needed. The compote should be glossy with soft but distinct fruit pieces.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Serve warm over pancakes, yogurt, oatmeal, or toast.
Notes
Keep heat moderate to avoid burning sugars or over-softening fruit. Stir regularly but gently to maintain some fruit texture. Fresh lemon juice brightens flavor and preserves color. For thicker compote, use cornstarch slurry. Can be prepared ahead and gently reheated with a splash of water or milk. Variations include using honey or maple syrup instead of sugar, adding warming spices, or mixing berries.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/4 cu
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 14
- Sodium: 1
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 1
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