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Indulge in the delicious taste of mixed berries at their freshest with this fantastic Healthy Berry Compote! It’s the perfect sauce to drizzle over your go-to summer treats.

It’s also a sugar-free recipe, making it an excellent choice for those looking to enjoy a healthier option.

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Healthy Berry Compote Recipe

Berry Compote is a sweet sauce or syrup made with fresh or frozen berries, some sweetener, and lemon juice for flavorings. The berries used in a compote can vary but this Healthy Compote recipe includes blueberries, raspberries, and my favorite sweet cherries.

To make this Berry Compote, I started by combining berries with maple syrup in a saucepan. Then gently heated over medium-low heat, allowing the berries to release their juices. The compote is usually cooked until the berries are tender, but I prefer to leave a few whole berries for texture.

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Why this Berry Compote is Healthy?

This sugar-free Berry Compote recipe is a healthier option compared to traditional berry compote because it eliminates added sugar and significantly reduces maple syrup used as a sweetener (only 2 tablespoons is used!) Here is why this berry compote can be a healthier choice:

It’s nutrient-rich: berries are low in calories but packed with essential nutrients like vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. They provide important for digestion dietary fiber.

It’s lower sugar: Maple syrup is used as a natural sweetener in this berry compote instead of refined sugar. While maple syrup still contains sugar, it is a healthier option due to its beneficial compounds compared to refined sugar.

It’s antioxidant-rich: Both berries and maple syrup contain antioxidants that help protect the body against free radicals. Antioxidants can support overall health and well-being.

It’s lower in calories: By reducing the amount of maple syrup in this recipe, the overall calorie content of the compote is also reduced. It can be beneficial for those watching their caloric intake. ¼ cup of this Berry Compote contains:

  • 41 kcal
  • 0.2g fats
  • 10g carbs
  • 0.5g proteins

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How to serve Berry Compote?

Berry Compote can be served warm or chilled, and it can be used in numerous ways. I love it to drizzle over pancakes, waffles, French toast, or oatmeal for breakfast. It can also be used as a topping for these delicious and healthy Cottage Cheese Pancakes, these Healthy Crepes, or a great way to eat it with Homemade Cottage Cheese.

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Serving: Prep time: Cook Time:Total Time:
6 serving5 min1015 min

Ingredients for Berry Compote

  • sweet cherries
  • raspberries
  • blueberries
  • maple syrup
  • lemon juiceBerry Compote – a healthy recipe for summer treats | FitDiary (5)

How To Make Berry Compote?

  1. In a saucepan, combine the berries, maple syrup, and lemon juice. Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir gently to combine the ingredients.Berry Compote – a healthy recipe for summer treats | FitDiary (6)
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook for about 7-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to break down the berries and allow the compote to thicken or until it reaches your desired consistency.Berry Compote – a healthy recipe for summer treats | FitDiary (7)
  3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the compote cool slightly. Transfer the berry compote to a glass jar or airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to a week. Enjoy!

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How Many Calories in Berry Compote?

Calories (1/4 cup, 55g): 44 kcalCalories (per 100g): 75 kcal
Fat: 0.2 gFat: 0.4 g
Carbohydrates: 10.1 gCarbohydrates: 18.3 g
Protein: 0.5 gProtein: 1 g

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Healthy Berry Compote

Indulge in the delicious taste of mixed berries at their freshest with this fantastic Healthy Berry Compote! It's the perfect sauce to drizzle over your go-to summer treats.

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Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Total Time 10 mins

Servings 6 servings

Calories 41 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup or 160g sweet cherries, pitted
  • 1/3 cup or 85g raspberries
  • 1 cup or 150g blueberries
  • 2 Tbsp. or 26g maple syrup
  • 1 Tbsp. lemon juice

Instructions

  • In a saucepan, combine the berries, maple syrup, and lemon juice. Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir gently to combine the ingredients.

  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook for about 7-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to break down the berries and allow the compote to thicken or until it reaches your desired consistency.

  • Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the compote cool slightly. Transfer the berry compote to a glass jar or airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to a week. Enjoy!

Notes

How Many Calories in Berry Compote?

Calories (1/4 cup, 55g): 44 kcalCalories (per 100g): 75 kcal
Fat: 0.2 gFat: 0.4 g
Carbohydrates: 10.1 gCarbohydrates: 18.3 g
Protein: 0.5 gProtein: 1 g

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