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    Home » Recipes » Dips and Sauces

    Easy Blackberry Compote

    Published: Aug 5, 2020 · Modified: Aug 10, 2022 by Kate Hackworthy · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    This simple Blackberry Compote is made with just 3 ingredients in 15 minutes! It's healthier than jam and great on cheesecake, yogurt, pancakes and more! It tastes out-of-this-world good.

    Spoonful of compote on a bowl of it.
    Blackberry compote is tasty and so easy!

    You only need 3 ingredients and 15 minutes to turn a bowl of blackberries into a tasty blackberry compote. You can use fresh or frozen blackberries.

    Simply add all ingredients to a pot and heat until the fruit breaks down and it turns into a thick compote.

    This thick blackberry sauce isn't as sweet as jam, contains far less sugar and has a wonderful sweet/tangy taste. Plus, it's ready in just minutes!

    Blackberry compote is perfect for topping cheesecake, spreading between cake layers, enjoying swirled into yogurt and many more uses!

    Whenever I have berries that are past their best, I always quickly turn them into a compote. It's such a versatile sauce! Stirred into my morning oatmeal it's a wonderful breakfast.

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    • Why you'll love this recipe
    • Ingredients
    • How many blackberries are in a cup?
    • Step by step tutorial
    • Why are blackberries good for you?
    • Blackberry topping for cheesecake
    • How do you thicken compote?
    • Serving suggestions
    • What can I do with blackberries?
    • Storage and freezing
    • How to freeze blackberries
    • Compote recipes
    • Blackberry recipes
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    Looking down at a spoon of compote coming out of the bowl.

    Why you'll love this recipe

    Great way to use up blackberries
    Tasty warm or cold
    Fruity
    Perfectly sweet (not as sweet as jam)
    Gently tart
    Simple and easy to make
    Ready in 15 minutes
    Nutritious
    Loaded with antioxidants and vitamins from the blackberries
    A great breakfast-topper or dessert

    Table with blackberries, lemons and sugar.

    Ingredients

    You only need a few simple ingredients for blackberry compote.

    Blackberries - fresh or frozen both work well.
    Lemon juice - you can leave it out but it brings out the flavor of the berries.
    Sugar - granulated or castor sugar
    Water

    How many blackberries are in a cup?

    Ther are approximately 40 blackberries in a cup. This would be for medium-sized ripe blackberries. If yours are particularly large or small, then you'll need to adjust.

    Bowl of fruit compote next to pancakes

    Step by step tutorial

    It's so easy to make this simple compote. Just follow these step by step photos. Then, scroll down to the recipe card for the full ingredients list and method.

    Blackberries being washed in a colander.

    Rinse and drain the blackberries, picking out any debris or stalks.

    Pot of blackberries and sugar.

    Add the blackberries, sugar, lemon juice and water to a pan and bring to the boil.

    Pot of cooked blackberries.

    Allow it to boil for about 5 minutes, stirring often to stop it from scorching.

    Pot of blackberry compote.

    Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer and bubble for 10 minutes.

    Why are blackberries good for you?

    Blackberries contain nutrients including magnesium, calcium and potassium, as well as vitamin A, C, E, K and many of the B vitamins.

    Blackberries get their dark purple color from anthocyanins, which are antioxidants.

    Bowl of yogurt with blackberry compote sauce.

    Blackberry topping for cheesecake

    I love using compote to top cheesecake. The tangy/sweet fruit compote beautifully cuts through the sweet creaminess of the cheesecake.

    Try it as a topping on my Vegan Vanilla Cheesecake or this Baked Cheesecake. It would also be perfect between layers of this Cookie Cheesecake Parfait.

    How do you thicken compote?

    Compote thickens naturally when the fruit is cooked with sugar and a little water and lemon juice. When it's cooked it is still a bit runny but will thicken slightly when it cools.

    For a thicker compote, you can stir 1tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 teaspoon water (called a 'slurry') into the compote at the end of cooking and cook for a further minute. This won't affect the taste or look of the compot but will thicken it.

    Serving suggestions

    After you've made this easy compote, you'll want it on EVERYTHING! Try it on these:

    Vegan Waffles
    Fluffy Vegan Pancakes
    Yogurt
    Pancakes on a stick
    Oatmeal
    Cinnamon French Toast
    Spread it between layers of a Victoria Sponge Cake
    Use it as a topping for Vegan Vanilla Cake

    Bowl of yogurt topped with compote and blackberries.

    What can I do with blackberries?

    Obviously, eating them fresh! I adore the sweet/sour flavor of blackberries fresh from the bush. Bliss.

    I also love whizzing them into smoothies, topping oatmeal or turning into jam!

    Basically, you can use them wherever you'd use raspberries. So get creative!

    You can even use them in these blackberry cookies. Pureeing the blackberries makes them bright blue, naturally!

    Storage and freezing

    Fridge: Keep in a sterilized jar for up to 2 weeks. How to sterilize jars.

    Freezer: Store the completely cooled compote in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to two months.

    How to freeze blackberries

    It couldn't be simpler to freeze blackberries.

    1. Simply wash them and pick out any stalks or other debris.
    2. Place them onto a baking sheet in a single layer and freeze for a few hours until frozen.
    3. Then transfer into a freezer-safe dish or bag and keep in the freezer. NOTE: Flash freezing on a tray stops them from freezing in a clump.

    Compote recipes

    If you love this blackberry compote recipe, you'll also love these other quick fruit compote recipes.

    Raspberry Compote
    Pineapple Compote
    Mango Compote
    Blueberry Compote
    Plum Compote
    Strawberry Compote
    Kiwi Compote
    Pomegranate Compote
    Rhubarb Compote

    Blackberry recipes

    There are many exciting recipes that you can make using up blackberries. They're so easy to buy or pick in the summer, so I love having loads of great recipes to use them all up!

    Blackberry Banana Oat Breakfast Popsicles
    Blackberry Pancakes
    Apple Salad with Blackberries
    Blackberry Parfait
    Blackberry Mint Julep Cocktail
    Scottish Blackberry Pear Crumble

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    Thanks for checking out my recipe! I love hearing from my readers. You all allow me to do what I love and write this food blog. I love sharing vegetarian and vegan recipes with you all.
    Kate x

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    Blackberry Compote

    Kate Hackworthy | Veggie Desserts
    This simple Blackberry Compote is made with just 3 ingredients in 10 minutes! It's healthier than jam and great on cheesecake, yogurt, pancakes and more!
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    Prep Time 0 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 15 mins
    Course Condiments, Dips and Spreads
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6
    Calories 37 kcal

    Equipment

    • Pot

    Ingredients
     

    • 2 cups (10oz/200g) blackberries fresh or frozen
    • 2 tablespoons sugar
    • 1 tablespoons lemon juice
    • 1 tablespoons water

    Instructions
     

    • Add the blackberries, sugar, lemon juice and water to a pot, stir and bring to the boil.
    • Allow it to boil for about 5 minutes, stirring often to stop it from scorching.
    • Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer and bubble for 10 minutes. It will thicken further as it cools.
    • Serve warm or allow to cool and store in a sterilised jar in the fridge for up to 5 days (or freeze for up to 2 months).

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    Notes

    For a thicker compote, you can stir 1tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 teaspoon water (called a 'slurry') into the compote at the end of cooking and cook for a further minute. This won't affect the taste or look of the compote but will thicken it.
    Storage and freezing
    Fridge: Keep in a sterilized jar for up to 2 weeks.
    Freezer: Store the completely cooled compote in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to two months.
    Serving suggestions
    After you've made this easy compote, you'll want it on EVERYTHING! Try it on these:
    • Vegan Waffles
    • Fluffy Vegan Pancakes
    • Yogurt
    • Oatmeal
    • Toast
    • Cinnamon French Toast
    • Spread it between layers of a cake

    Nutrition

    Calories: 37kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 78mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 103IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 14mgIron: 1mg

    The nutritional information provided is approximate and can vary depending on several factors, so is not guaranteed to be accurate. Please see a registered dietician for special diet advice.

    Tried this recipe?Mention @kateveggiedesserts or tag #veggiedesserts! I love seeing your recreations.

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    Comments

    1. Staci

      January 17, 2023 at 3:51 am

      5 stars
      I managed to purchase the tartest blackberries ever! This recipe saved them with a bit more sugar. Thank you!

      Reply
    2. Tavo

      October 13, 2021 at 6:49 pm

      5 stars
      Loved the ingredients on this compote! thank for a terrific recipe!

      Reply
    3. Dannii

      September 03, 2021 at 6:17 pm

      5 stars
      My favourite way to use blackberries. Perfect on yoghurt.

      Reply
    4. Denay DeGuzman

      August 23, 2021 at 6:24 pm

      5 stars
      We enjoyed this delicious compote on waffles this morning. Sooo good! Tomorrow we'll add it to yogurt. Next time around I'll be doubling the recipe. I know my parents would love to have some dropped off at their house.

      Reply
    5. Mahy

      August 23, 2021 at 5:52 pm

      5 stars
      Oh wow, is there a better recipe to keep handy for when temps go down? Fantastic compote that I love to enjoy in autumn!

      Reply
    6. Tara

      August 05, 2021 at 6:48 pm

      5 stars
      Such a wonderful use for blackberries that we picked near the house. This compote was amazing paired with yogurt. Had it on waffles too!

      Reply
    7. Susan

      February 07, 2021 at 3:23 am

      5 stars
      Love, love, love this easy compote!

      Reply
    8. Tawnie

      August 14, 2020 at 5:36 pm

      5 stars
      Seriously so amazing! Have loved having this on my morning yogurt!

      Reply
    9. Dianne

      August 07, 2020 at 3:51 pm

      We've been experimenting with monkfruit concentrate as it is zero calories and perfect for diabetics. Would a few drops work in place of the sugar? Thanks

      Reply
      • Kate Hackworthy

        August 13, 2020 at 6:17 pm

        Hi Dianne, I've never tried using it, but if you try it then let me know how it works out!

        Reply
    10. Marlynn

      August 05, 2020 at 5:54 pm

      5 stars
      We picked so many yummy blackberries this season and this is such a yummy way to enjoy them!

      Reply
    11. Jacque Hastert

      August 05, 2020 at 5:10 pm

      5 stars
      This will be perfect ontop of our cheesecake tonight! It was perfect on my kiddos pancakes this morning! I am glad I stumbled across this recipe early this morning. Thank you!

      Reply
    12. Lizet

      August 05, 2020 at 4:55 pm

      5 stars
      We love fruit compote, it goes so well with pancakes, yogurt and ice cream. We're picking some blackberries this weekend, so we'll have plenty to make this yummy compote!

      Reply
    13. Rebecca

      August 05, 2020 at 4:47 pm

      5 stars
      what a great use for fresh garden blackberries! I'm excited to have it on oatmeal, pancakes, yogurt, and toast! yum

      Reply

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