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Easy Blueberry Compote Recipe (with Maple Syrup)

This Blueberry Maple Compote is one of my favorite ways to enjoy fresh blueberries. It’s luscious, tangy, gently spiced, and just sweet enough thanks to real maple syrup. I like to spoon it over pancakes or French toast, swirl it into yogurt or over homemade labneh, or serve it with fresh-baked bread or pound cake as a “quick jam”.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: condiment, Dessert
Cuisine: Seasonal
Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 10 Servings
Author: Luay Ghafari
Cost: $10

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Fresh blueberries
  • 2-3 tbsp Maple syrup - Use more or less, to taste
  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Lemon zest
  • ¼ tsp Ground cinnamon
  • 1 Star anise
  • ⅛ tsp Salt - just a tiny pinch

Instructions

  • Prepare your ingredients. Add 2 cups Fresh blueberries, 2-3 tbsp Maple syrup, 1 tbsp Lemon juice, 1 tsp Lemon zest, ¼ tsp Ground cinnamon, 1 Star anise and ⅛ tsp Salt to a small pot or saucepan.
  • Simmer. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally. Continue simmering for 8-12 minutes, or until some of the berries burst, the mixture turns a deep purple, and the sauce thickens slightly. Enjoy warm, at room temperature or cold. Make sure to discard the star anise.

Notes

Refer to the post above for more information and step-by-step recipe photos. 
Key Ingredient Notes:
  • Fresh Berries: I recommend making this recipe in the summer months when blueberry season is in full swing. This recipe also works well with off-season blueberries, especially if they are lacking in flavor. You can make it with frozen blueberries. 
  • Sweetener: Pure maple syrup is the perfect sweetener here, and also imparts a subtle flavor. You can totally make this recipe with white sugar, brown sugar, raw sugar, organic cane sugar or honey.
  • Lemon: We’re using both the zest and the juice here. Not only does this counterbalance the sweetness, but it also helps the compote keep longer in the fridge. 
  • Spices: The combination of ground cinnamon and star anise gives this recipe a subtle earthy flavor note. You can skip the spices or change it up and use something else like a splash of vanilla extract if you prefer.

Nutrition

Calories: 29kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.05g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 30mg | Potassium: 35mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 17IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 0.1mg