Apple Compote - Sweet Apple Sauce
Fruit compote is a cooked fruit dessert which combines an assortment of fruits and a rich, thick syrup. The fruit is cooked on low heat to warm it and break it down slightly.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 4 large Golden Delicious apples
- 2 to 3 tablespoons sugar
- 2 ounces cold water
- Juice of ½ lemon, optional
- 0.25 teaspoon cinnamon powder, optional
Instructions
- To prepare the apple compote, peel, core, and slice the apples. Place sliced apples, sugar, water, lemon juice, and cinnamon in a pan and cover with a tight-fitting lid. Cook, for approximately 25 minutes on moderate heat, stirring from time to time. If the texture is too thin, continue to simmer until thick.
Notes
- For a smooth consistency, use a hand blender to process it.
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Depending on the sweetness of the fruit, you may adjust the amount of sugar used.