If you're looking for an easy fruit topping that tastes fresh, naturally sweet, and comes together in minutes, this 3-Ingredient Strawberry Compote is for you. Made with juicy strawberries, a touch of sweetener, and a dash of salt or lemon juice, this homemade strawberry compote is perfect for pancakes, yogurt bowls, oatmeal, or even ice cream.
I have some picky eaters at home, and when I find something they all like, it's a game-changer, and every single one of them loved this super-easy strawberry compote. They used it as a topping for their after-dinner ice cream.
Unlike store-bought fruit syrups with artificial sweeteners, this compote is all-natural and wholesome. It's simple, fresh, and incredibly versatile. It also comes together in minutes!
If you are looking for more delicious, easy toppings, then you must try my Cream Cheese Icing and my Homemade Vanilla Glaze.
Table of contents
Ingredients to make this breakfast
To make this healthy strawberry compote, you will need the following ingredients.
- 1 lb. strawberries, hulled and halved
- 2 tbsp coconut sugar
- pinch of salt
How to make strawberry compote
Step 1 - Cook the strawberries, sugar, salt, and ¼ cup of water in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until strawberries are softened and juices have thickened and are syrupy, about 20 to 25 minutes.
Step 2 - Let compote cool completely before serving. The compote will thicken as it cools. You can totally make the compote ahead of time and store it in an airtight container in the fridge. Don't make it more than 3 days before.
Substitutions and Variations
Coconut Sugar - can also use granulated sugar or brown sugar.
Strawberries - swap out the strawberries and make a whole different fruit compote. Try using blackberries, raspberries, or blueberries.
Lemon Juice - optional to add a splash of lemon juice to brighten the flavors and help balance the sweetness.
What is strawberry compote?
Strawberry compote is a chunky fruit sauce made by simmering strawberries with a sweetener until soft and syrupy. It's similar to strawberry sauce, but thicker and contains pieces of fruit for added texture and flavor.
This easy strawberry compote is naturally gluten-free and can easily be made refined sugar-free, depending on the sugar you use.
Tips and FAQ's
Use ripe strawberries - the sweeter and riper, the better the flavor. Don't overcook - simmer right until the fruit softens.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Absolutely! Just cook the compote a few extra minutes because there will be more liquid.
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Three Ingredient Strawberry Compote
Equipment
- medium saucepan
Ingredients
- 1 lb strawberries hulled, and halved if large
- 2 tbsp coconut sugar
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Heat a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add strawberries, sugar, salt, and ¼ cup of water. Stir occasionally, until strawberries are softened and juices have thickened and are syrupy, about 20 to 25 minutes.
- Let cool completely before serving.
Notes
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Jillian is the creator of Jillian's Healthful Eats. She is the one who cooks all the meals, develops all the recipes, takes all the photographs, and washes all the dishes! She is a very busy wife and mother of 4 who enjoys cooking with her children and instilling in them her love for health and nutrition!
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