Sugar-Free Apple Blueberry Compote
This sugar-free apple blueberry compote is a delicious way to include more blueberries in your diet. It last for 5 days in the fridge.
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Blueberries
- 1/2 Red Apple, diced
- 1/2 Teaspoon Lemon Juice
- 2 Tablespoons Water
Instructions
- Wash and cut the apple into small pieces. I don’t peel the apple as the skin has some good fiber (I buy organic for this matter). But you can peel it if you want.
- Rinse the fresh blueberries thoroughly under cold water and remove any stems.
- In a saucepan, combine the fresh blueberries and diced apples along with a tablespoon of water. I like to start with just one tablespoon of water, as the blueberries will release their own juices as they cook.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice; this is optional, but I think it adds to the flavor of this recipe.
- Cook over low heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. You will see the blueberries start to break down and release their juices.
- Stir to prevent the mixture from sticking. This will also help break down the blueberries.
- Simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the blueberries are soft and apples are cooked but still firm.
- Taste and adjust the sweetness, if necessary. I generally find I like it as it is but it usually depends on the sweetness of the fruit. If I feel like adding some, I add two or three drops of all-natural stevia.
- Remove the compote from the heat and let it cool.
- Once cool, transfer to a clean jar and store it in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Serve it warm, at room temperature, or cold from the fridge.
Notes
Note 1: I generally like this compote whitout any sweetener, but it depends on the sweetness of the fruit. If I feel like adding some, I add two or three drops of all-natural stevia.
Note 2: I like the apple chunks in this recipe to be firm. If you want them to be soft, just cook the compote for a bit longer. You may need to add one more tablespoon or so of water.
Note 3: Take into account that compote will thicken as it cools. The longer you cook it, the thicker it will become.