I used to think that fruit compote sounded so old fashioned. But there’s a reason that a dish like this has stood the test of time.
It’s yummy, delicious, with a hint of sweetness and so, so versatile.
It comes under the heading of “comfort food” while still providing your body with the nourishment that it needs to function.
For breakfast – add fruit compote to your porridge, chia pudding or muesli. Or enjoy with a little greek yoghurt and some crunchy goodness from nuts, seeds and coconut. Try topping with healthy homemade nut granola.
For lunch – protein it up with some yoghurt, nuts and seeds for a quick and easy lunch option on the go.
For dessert – a light and healthy dessert option for when you want a sweet bite after dinner. Watch your portion size though as you’re going to bed and won’t be burning off extra calories!
Oh, and did I say fruit compote is healthy?
No added sugar – just the pure fruit sugar which is perfectly OK when you eat it together with the whole fruit. Portion size alert though!
Full of fibre – cooked just enough without breaking down the fibre too much so you get all the benefits in your lower digestive tract, aka centre of your microbiome universe.
Loads of nutrients – all swimming around in the delicious self syrupy sauce so your body can absorb with ease.
Another cook once : eat many times recipe
Here’s what you need:
The amount below makes a big batch perfect for eating now and freezing in batches for another day/s.
- 6 peaches, sliced
- 4 blood plums, sliced
- 10 prunes
- 1 stick of cinnamon
- 1 star anise
- 1.5 teaspoons of vanilla paste
- 1 cup water (you can add more water as needed when cooking so that there’s plenty of fruity syrup)
Here’s what you do:
Put everything in a saucepan and simmer gently until you the fruit is soft and juicy. This usually takes around 15-25 minutes, depending on the ripeness of the fruit. Add more water if necessary.
Simple!
Enjoy!
With your health in mind.
Catherine x
