Easy Raspberry Compote

This delicious raspberry compote uses just 3 ingredients and comes together in less than 15 minutes. Using fresh or frozen raspberries my easy raspberry compote recipe is great for everything from yogurt and pancakes to cheesecake and cakes.

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A flavorful raspberry sauce is a tasty way to elevate everything from breakfast and brunch to a decadent dessert, and the best part is how easy it is to make. Fresh raspberries are delicious of course but I usually use frozen raspberries as they are always available and affordable.  Similar to jam this compote is a bit more rustic and contains seeds, but if you want a smoother sauce you can strain it through a fine mesh sieve.

Ingredients

• Raspberries, fresh or frozen
• Granulated sugar
• Lemon juice

Variations and Substitutions

• Use blueberries, blackberries or strawberries in addition to (or in place of) the raspberries
• Sweeten with honey, maple syrup or brown sugar for a different flavor
• Brighten your compote with a squeeze of lime juice or orange juice
• Add a dash of vanilla extract or almond extract

How to Serve

There are endless ways to enjoy this simple fruit compote! Whether you use it to dress up your favorite dessert or jazz up breakfast this berry compote is a delicious topping any time of day. I especially love to use this homemade raspberry sauce with my Orange Ricotta Pancakes , Chocolate Waffles, Peach Dutch Baby Pancake, and Blueberry Ricotta Cake.

• Serve on toast with whipped ricotta
• Stir into plain or vanilla yogurt
• Top your morning oatmeal
• Serve on top of pancakes, french toast or waffles
• Drizzle on your favorite cakes or cheesecake (like my Basque Cheesecake)
• Spoon on top of vanilla or chocolate ice cream

How to Make Raspberry Compote

This raspberry compote is incredibly simple to make.Combine the raspberries, sugar and lemon juice in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over redium heat then reduce to a simmer. Allow to simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon, until the compote has thickened. Transfer to a clean glass jar and serve as desired.

Storage

Store in a clean, glass airtight container ( I love these glass jars) in the refrigerator for up to one week.

If you like this Raspberry Compote be sure to take a look at some of my other recipes!

• Easy Homemade Chocolate Sauce
• Homemade Hot Honey
• Lavender Simple Syrup
• Homemade Candied Orange Rind
• Homemade Marshmallow Fluff

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