Berry Compote for Pancakes, Waffles, & French Toast
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This Berry Compote for Pancakes, Waffles, Oatmeal, and French Toast Is:
- Bright
- Fruity
- Warming
- Fresh
- Flavorful
- Naturally Sweetened (no added sugar!)
- Vegan, Gluten Free, Whole30 approved!
Frozen Berry Recipes For the Win!
This berry compote is so versatile – you can use any fresh or frozen berries that you have on hand. Frozen produce is a great option for finding fresh and flavorful fruits in the off season. By using freezer ingredients, I can stock up when they are on sale, and use them in all kinds of great dishes. It saves me a trip to the store, and I can add amazing fruits right into the recipe.
Frozen fruits are often picked at peak ripeness, so they are a much better option than canned. Check out all my recipes that use Freezer Ingredients– great for those nights when you want dinner ready fast!
What’s In This Pancake Berry Compote Recipe?
Be sure to visit the recipe card below for full ingredient amounts and recipe instructions!
- Fresh or Frozen berries – I used fresh berries for this compote because I had some on hand… but normally I would make them with frozen berries. Frozen fruit is amazing to stock up on when it’s on sale, so you can enjoy flavorful produce in the off season.
- Maple Syrup
- Water
- Cinnamon: which gives this compote is a depth of flavor! I just put in a little for a warm and subtle hint of spice.
- Corn Starch: the secret to thicken the sauce at the end, it really makes a difference.
30 Minute Breakfast Side Dishes
This breakfast berry compote is what I call an Easy Weekend Recipe – which is on your table in under 30 minutes. These quick and simple recipes are perfect for those last-minute brunch invites, or when you just want a homecooked side but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen. I have a whole section of The Herbeevore dedicated to Easy Weeknight Meals, that are great for the whole family.
From soups and stews, to pastas and proteins – a quick meal can be on your table in no time. This berry compote is great to have on the table, no matter what breakfast is being served! If you’re heading to a brunch, check out my list of top host gifts for summer entertaining for that next-level gift your host will love!
A Great Clean-Out-The-Fridge Sauce Recipe!
This whole30 berry compote recipe is the perfect vehicle to use up any older fruit, berries, or jams you have on hand. Add your favorite ingredients and enjoy! A fantastic way to use ripe produce before it goes bad – save those berries and cook them down in this compote – it is delicious.
How Do I Make Compote with Berries?
- To a sauce pot, add the berries, agave syrup, and water. Cook on medium high heat, stirring frequently. The berries will dissolve and become juicer in the pan. Cook for about 10 minutes total until the berries are warm and jam-my.
- Stir in the cinnamon. If the compote is too watery, stir in the corn starch and cook for an additional minute until compote is thicker.
- Top compote on pancakes, waffles, crepes, oatmeal, or French toast… and enjoy!
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Berry Compote for Pancakes, Waffles, & French Toast
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh or frozen berries I used 1 1/2 cups blueberries and 1/2 cup raspberries.
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup or other natural sweetener
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon corn starch optional
Instructions
- To a sauce pot, add the berries, maple syrup, and water. Cook on medium high heat, stirring frequently. The berries will dissolve and become juicer in the pan. Cook for about 10 minutes total until the berries are warm and jammy.
- Stir in the cinnamon. If the compote is too watery, stir in the corn starch and cook for an additional minute until compote is thicker.
- Top compote on pancakes, waffles, crepes, oatmeal, or french toast… and enjoy!
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Yummy! I doubled the sugar and the vanilla. This is my NEW favorite waffle recipe! My daughters love these!