10-Minute Cherry Compote
10-Minute Cherry Compote is a quick, easy fruit sauce bursting with sweet dark cherries, almond extract, and citrus zest. Perfect as a topping for pancakes, ice cream, yogurt, or toast, this versatile compote adds vibrant flavor in just minutes.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: About 6 servings
- Category: Sauce, Dessert Topping
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American / versatile
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
3 cups dark sweet cherries (fresh or frozen, do not thaw)
¼ cup + 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 tablespoons water, kirsch, or orange juice
1½ tablespoons cornstarch
1½ tablespoons water
¾ teaspoon almond extract
1 teaspoon orange zest (optional)
Instructions
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Combine cherries, sugar, and 2 tablespoons water (or kirsch/orange juice) in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir gently.
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Bring to a simmer, cook about 5 minutes until cherries release juices.
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Mix cornstarch and 1½ tablespoons water until smooth.
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Slowly stir slurry into simmering cherries.
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Cook 2-3 minutes until thickened.
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Remove from heat, stir in almond extract and orange zest if using.
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Cool slightly before serving or refrigerate.
Notes
Use tart cherries with extra sugar for tanginess
Substitute almond extract with vanilla for different flavor
Mix in fresh herbs for a savory twist
Serve warm or chilled over ice cream, yogurt, or pancakes
Store refrigerated up to 5 days; freeze up to 2 months
Find it online: https://justsosavory.com/10-minute-cherry-compote/
