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Delicious Strawberry Compote Recipe Easy Homemade Fresh Berry Topping

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A quick and easy homemade strawberry compote made with fresh berries, sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla. Perfect as a versatile topping for pancakes, yogurt, desserts, and more.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh strawberries (about 600 grams), hulled and quartered
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (50 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup water (60 ml)

Instructions

  1. Rinse 4 cups (600 grams) of fresh strawberries, hull them by removing the green tops, and quarter each berry (about 5 minutes).
  2. Place the quartered strawberries in a medium saucepan or skillet. Add 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar, 1/4 cup (60 ml) water, and 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice. Stir gently to mix.
  3. Turn the stove to medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking, simmer for 5-7 minutes until berries soften.
  4. Stir in 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract. Continue simmering for another 5-7 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly and some berries begin to break down.
  5. Taste and adjust sugar or lemon juice if needed. Add a splash of water if the compote is too thick.
  6. Remove from heat and let the compote cool for about 10 minutes in the pan or transfer to a bowl. It will thicken more as it cools.
  7. Use immediately or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 5 days.

Notes

Use medium heat to avoid caramelizing sugar too fast. Stir occasionally but not constantly to encourage natural thickening. For a smoother texture, mash lightly before cooling. Frozen berries can be used if thawed and drained. Adjust sugar based on berry sweetness. Store in airtight container in fridge up to 5 days or freeze up to 3 months.

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