Winter Fruit Compote Yogurt (Print)
Seasonal fruits simmered with spices, paired with creamy yogurt for a warm, comforting dish.
# What You Need:
→ Fruit
01 - 2 apples, peeled, cored, and diced
02 - 2 pears, peeled, cored, and diced
03 - 3.5 ounces dried apricots, chopped
04 - 2.6 ounces dried figs, chopped
05 - 2.6 ounces dried cranberries or raisins
→ Liquid & Sweetener
06 - 1 cup orange juice
07 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
→ Spices & Flavorings
08 - 1 cinnamon stick
09 - 2 star anise
10 - 1 strip lemon zest
→ To Serve
11 - 14 ounces plain Greek yogurt
12 - 2 tablespoons chopped toasted nuts (pistachios or walnuts; optional)
# How to Make:
01 - Place apples, pears, dried apricots, figs, cranberries, orange juice, honey, cinnamon stick, star anise, and lemon zest in a medium saucepan.
02 - Heat over medium, bringing to a gentle simmer while stirring occasionally.
03 - Lower heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes until fruit softens and mixture thickens slightly.
04 - Remove from heat and discard cinnamon stick, star anise, and lemon zest. Allow compote to cool slightly.
05 - Spoon Greek yogurt into bowls, top with warm or room temperature compote, and sprinkle with toasted nuts if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It tastes indulgent but uses fruit and yogurt so you can eat it for breakfast without guilt.
- The spices make your kitchen smell incredible and the leftovers get better after a day in the fridge.
02 -
- Dont skip removing the whole spices before serving because biting into star anise is unpleasant.
- If the compote looks too dry while cooking add a splash more orange juice or water to keep it saucy.
03 -
- Toast the nuts in a dry skillet until fragrant before chopping them, it makes a huge difference in flavor.
- If you like your compote thicker uncover the pan for the last five minutes of cooking to let the liquid reduce.