The blueberry compote is a delicious preparation that celebrates the freshness and irresistible taste of these small juicy fruits. With their vibrant hue and characteristic sweet-tart flavor, blueberries are the undisputed stars of this tasty recipe. The blueberry compote is a true explosion of flavors, perfect for enriching breakfasts, desserts, and snacks.
To make this delicacy, it is essential to select fresh, high-quality blueberries. Their soft and juicy texture combines harmoniously with the touch of sugar and lemon juice, creating a balanced blend of sweetness and acidity. The slow cooking process allows the blueberries to completely release their aromas, giving the compote a velvety texture.
This blueberry compote is not only a delight for the palate but also a concentration of health benefits. Blueberries are known for their antioxidant properties and rich in vitamins, adding a touch of wellness to every spoonful. Versatile and captivating, the blueberry compote can be spread on slices of toast, used as a topping for yogurt, or incorporated into gourmet sweets and desserts.
Tasting this blueberry compote is an extraordinary culinary experience, a journey through the intense and authentic flavors of one of the most loved ingredients. The freshness and goodness of blueberries blend in every spoonful, offering an irresistible opportunity to delight the palate with a unique gastronomic creation.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very economical
- Rest time: 1 Day
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 10
- Cooking methods: Stove
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
- Energy 39.28 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 10.10 (g) of which sugars 8.29 (g)
- Proteins 0.33 (g)
- Fat 0.13 (g) of which saturated 0.01 (g)of which unsaturated 0.08 (g)
- Fibers 1.06 (g)
- Sodium 0.54 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 20 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for Blueberry Compote
- 14 oz blueberries
- 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup sugar
Tools for preparing Blueberry Compote
- Colander
- Pot
- Wooden Spoon
- Jar
How to make Blueberry Compote
To prepare the blueberry compote, first sterilize the jars you will use for your compote. Here you can find various sterilization methods. Wash the blueberries thoroughly under cold running water and pat them dry with paper towels. Place them in a pot, drizzle with the juice of 1 lemon, and let them rest in the fridge for 2 hours.
Bring to the heat, add the sugar, and start stirring. Once the compote begins to boil, cook on low flame for 20 minutes. You will see the blueberries start to break down and form a puree.
Jar the compote while it’s still hot and turn the jars upside down. Wrap them in a cloth and let them cool completely. There is no need to boil the jars again.
Enjoy your meal!
Preservation
The blueberry compote can be stored for up to 1 month in the fridge, it is not a jam. Once opened, it should be consumed within 10 days and kept in the fridge.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I make a large batch?
Unless you’re a compote lover or need it for immediate baking, I recommend NOT MAKING a large batch.
Why does it keep for such a short time?
The compote, unlike jams and preserves in general, contains very little sugar and no preservatives, and it cooks very little, so it has a short shelf life.
What can I use the blueberry compote for?
The blueberry compote can be used just like a classic jam or preserve, so you can enjoy it with a spoon, on bread, on toast, for your sweet recipes of all kinds, and even for savory dishes.
Can I increase or decrease the amount of sugar?
Of course, you can adjust according to your taste.
