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Small open mason jar filled with apple compote. A spoon is sitting inside the jar.

Apple Compote

This quick, simple, easy and delicious homemade apple compote comes together in 20 minutes or less. It's super versatile too! You can use it as a pancake, waffle, French toast or crepe topping. It also makes a great dessert, yogurt or ice cream topping or cake filling. We love it on peanut butter toast too! It's a one pan wonder!
Prep Time5 minutes
15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 15kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 cups apples Peeled and chopped. The best apples to use for this recipe are Gala, Fuji or Honey Crisp. Three medium size apples will yield about 3 cups of chopped apples.
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar Light or dark.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Fresh squeezed.
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt Or ⅛ teaspoon of table salt.

Instructions

  • In a medium non-reactive pan saucepan (stainless steel, glass, or ceramic), combine the apples, brown sugar and lemon juice over medium heat.
  • Bring to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes until the apples are tender.
  • Remove from heat and stir in salt. Set aside and allow to cool.

Notes

One serving = 3 tablespoons of compote. This recipe makes 3 cups total.
Storage
It will keep in an airtight container in your fridge for up to 2 weeks. Because we are not taking it through the canning process, it is not pantry stable. It will have to be stored in the refrigerator.
You can also freeze it. Allow it to cool completely. Place it in a mason jar with a lid and allow a 1 inch gap at the top for expansion. Tightly seal the lid and place it in your freezer. It will keep in your freezer for up to 3 months. When you're ready to use it, thaw it in your refrigerator.

Nutrition

Calories: 15kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 37mg | Potassium: 27mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 13IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 1mg