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    Home » Low-Carb Desserts » Blueberry Compote

    Blueberry Compote

    Last updated: Aug 10, 2023 · Recipes developed by Vered DeLeeuw and nutritionally reviewed by Rachel Benight MS, RD · This website generates income via ads and uses cookies.

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    This blueberry compote is so flavorful! Fresh blueberries are delicious; cooking them greatly enhances their flavor.

    One of the best things about this easy 15-minute recipe is that you can make it ahead of time and refrigerate it. It's just as good cold as it is when served warm.

    Blueberry compote served in a white bowl.

    My late grandfather Jacob used to make a fruit compote for dessert. I was a kid, so exact details escape me. I remember that he used to cook the fruit for a long time over low heat.

    Grandpa didn't make a blueberry compote. His compote contained plums and raisins, and it was served chilled (this stewed prunes recipe reminds me of Grandpa's recipe).

    While my recipe is different from Grandpa's, it's inspired by his dessert, and I think he would approve.

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    • Ingredients
    • Variations
    • Blueberry Compote Instructions
    • Expert Tip
    • Recipe FAQs
    • Serving Suggestions
    • Storing Leftovers
    • More Fruit Desserts
    • Recipe Card

    Ingredients

    You'll only need three ingredients (plus some water) to make this blueberry compote. The exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below. Here's an overview of what you'll need:

    • Blueberries: I use fresh blueberries in this recipe. I don't recommend using frozen blueberries. I mostly reserve frozen blueberries for smoothies.
    • Lemon juice: Helps thicken the compote the same way it sets homemade jam.
    • Sweetener: My favorite sweetener is stevia glycerite. The amount I use equals about ¼ cup of sugar.
    The ingredients needed to make a blueberry compote.

    Variations

    • Sometimes I use orange juice instead of lemon juice. It adds a nice flavor to this dessert.
    • You can add a few drops of pure vanilla extract. When I do, I use ¼ teaspoon.
    • Use any sweetener to equal ¼ cup of sugar. If you opt for honey, start with just 2 tablespoons. Honey is intensely sweet.
    • Sometimes I add a pinch of cinnamon.

    Blueberry Compote Instructions

    Gently cooked, soft, lightly sweetened blueberries, bursting with flavor. This dessert is delicious, and it's also easy to make. Scroll down to the recipe card for detailed instructions. Here are the basic steps:

    Add blueberries, water, lemon juice, and a sweetener to a small saucepan.

    Blueberry compote ingredients in a small saucepan.

    Heat the mixture over low heat. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

    Blueberry compote cooking in a saucepan.

    When the blueberries become very soft and start to burst, remove the saucepan from the heat.

    Blueberry compote is almost done cooking.

    Allow the compote to rest for a few minutes, then serve. You can serve it warm or refrigerate it and serve it cold.

    Blueberry compote is ready and served in a white bowl with a spoon.

    Expert Tip

    There's no need to add powdered sugar to this compote. Powdered sugar contains cornstarch that acts as a thickener.

    But I use just a touch of sweetener plus some lemon juice, with wonderful results. The compote is perfectly thick and syrupy.

    Recipe FAQs

    What is a compote?

    Compote is a type of dessert that originated in Europe. It's made by cooking fruit in water, sugar, and spices. It can be served warm or chilled.

    Is compote the same as jam?

    No. Both are based on fruit and sugar, but a jam is made with pureed fruit and preserved for later use, while compote is made with whole fruit or fruit chunks and eaten immediately. Jam is also thicker than compote.

    Can I use frozen blueberries?

    I recommend using fresh blueberries in this recipe. Frozen fruits are often mushy. For the best flavor and texture, it's best to use fresh fruit when making compote.

    Can I serve this compote with savory dishes?

    You can if you like a sweet-savory flavor combination. If you plan to use it with a savory meal, omit the sweetener. Meats that go well with sweet sauces are duck breast and pork chops.

    Serving Suggestions

    This blueberry compote is lovely on its own, warm or chilled. I like to serve it in pretty dessert bowls and top it with a dollop of keto whipped cream.

    It's also excellent as a filling for pannenkoeken and keto crepes or a topping for keto mini cheesecakes, almond flour pancakes, keto waffles, chaffles, Greek yogurt, frozen yogurt, or keto ice cream.

    Storing Leftovers

    You can keep the leftovers in the fridge, in an airtight container, for 3-4 days. You can enjoy them cold, straight out of the fridge, or gently reheat them in the microwave, covered, at 50% power.

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    Recipe Card

    Blueberry compote in a white bowl.
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    Easy Blueberry Compote

    This wonderfully flavorful blueberry compote is made with fresh blueberries and just a touch of sweetener. It's ready in 15 minutes!
    Prep Time5 minutes mins
    Cook Time10 minutes mins
    Total Time15 minutes mins
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 2 servings
    Calories: 41kcal
    Author: Vered DeLeeuw
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    Ingredients

    • 1 cup fresh blueberries (150 grams)
    • 1 tablespoon water
    • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
    • ½ teaspoon stevia glycerite (equals about ¼ cup sugar)

    Instructions

    • Place the blueberries, water, lemon juice, and stevia in a small saucepan and mix gently. Heat the mixture over low heat.
    • Cook, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon, until the blueberries are very soft and starting to burst. This should take 10-15 minutes, depending on the level of heat you use.
    • Remove the saucepan from the heat. Allow the compote to slightly cool and thicken for about 2 minutes. Serve alone in dessert bowls or as a topping.

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    Notes

    You can keep the leftovers in the fridge, in an airtight container, for 3-4 days. They keep well! You can enjoy them cold, straight out of the fridge, or gently reheat them in the microwave, covered, at 50% power.

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    Nutrition per Serving

    Serving: 0.5recipe | Calories: 41kcal | Carbohydrates: 10.5g | Sodium: 4mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g
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    About the Author

    Vered Deleeuw Vered DeLeeuw, LL.M., CNC, has been following a low-carb real-food diet and blogging about it since 2011. She's a Certified Nutrition Coach (NASM-CNC), has taken courses at the Harvard School of Public Health, and has earned a Nutrition and Healthy Living Certificate from Cornell University. Her work has appeared in several major media outlets, including Healthline, HuffPost, Today, Women's Health, Shape, and Country Living. Click to learn more about Vered.

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    1. Emily Brennan

      August 06, 2023 at 11:38 am

      5 stars
      Made it for guests and served it over vanilla frozen yogurt. Everyone liked it! Next time I plan to try your strawberry compote.

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      • Vered DeLeeuw

        August 06, 2023 at 2:25 pm

        So glad you and your guests enjoyed this compote, Emily!

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    2. Pamela

      July 01, 2023 at 3:29 pm

      Can you freeze blueberry compote?

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      • Vered DeLeeuw

        July 01, 2023 at 4:34 pm

        Yes. I suggest freezing it in small containers or an ice cube tray. This will enable you to defrost a small amount each time.

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