This mango compote is easy, quick and tasty. Make it in 15 minutes with 4 ingredients, using fresh or frozen mangoes. Great on pancakes, ice cream and more!
tropical compote
This mango compote is so quick and easy!
It's a wonderful way to use up fresh seasonal mangoes, but it also works perfectly with frozen mango!
I've added lime for a bit of extra zing.
It really brings out the flavour of the mango.
But feel free to swap it to lemon or leave it out!
You only need 4 ingredients and 15 minutes to make it, so I often whip up a batch while making pancakes, and use it to top them.
I love super simple ways to eat fruit and veg. Sometimes recipes don't need to be elaborate or full of unusual ingredients.
You can showcase the beautiful flavours of produce with just a few minutes and some care.
Be sure to check out my list of the Best Fruit Compote Recipes.
fresh or frozen
I love eating fresh mango when it's in season.
It doesn't need adornment at the height of the season, just a knife and a napkin to wipe the sweet juices from my chin.
But mango can be pricey and it's not always readily available.
I had some frozen mango chunks in the freezer so I quickly turned them into this sweet and tangy compote.
This mango compote recipe was originally published on August 15 2017. Republished with new photos and text on 11 June 2019.
reader testimonials
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I used fresh mango for this recipe and it comes out so good. Love how easy it is! - Ashley
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "This was a great way to use mangoes. I'd never made a compote, but it was a great topping for fluffy pancakes! Yum!" - Yaya
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Such a yum pancake topping. I used frozen mango. - Cind
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "This is my go-to topping for yogurt and granola in the mornings. I love your pineapple compote too" - Jasmina
compote
A compote is such an easy way to turn fruit into something sensational.
My mum always makes my kids stewed apples to top their porridge, quickly turning bruised and blemished apples from the tree from something they shun, to something they devour.
Seriously, devour.
Slices cooked down with a pinch of cinnamon and they're waiting at the stove, ready to tuck in.
The same goes for most fruit. Just cooking it into a glorious fruity chunky mush makes it wonderful.
This mango compote is so quick and easy, needing nothing more than a squeeze of citrus, sweetener and a few minutes of stirring.
It's then ready to top:
waffles
pancakes
yogurt
granola
or anything you can think of.
step by step tutorial
It's easy to make this mango compote recipe!
Just follow these simple step-by-step instructions and then scroll down to the recipe card for the full ingredient amounts and method.
1. Add the fresh or frozen mango chunks to a pot.
2. Add the lime and/or lemon juice and sugar
3. Stir and heat over a medium heat for 10 minutes until the pieces break down and soften.
4. Enjoy!
Scroll down for the full recipe and ingredients list.
serving suggestions
Try the mango compote on one of these for a zingy burst of flavour!
- Pancakes (try my vegan pancakes)
- Toast
- Crepes
- Cake filling
- Waffles (try my easy vegan waffles)
- Yogurt
- Smoothie bowl
I love it on waffles with toasted coconut flakes and lime zest. It's zingy, fruity, sweet and tart - all at once.
compote recipes
Compote is so quick and easy that I make it all the time. Try these flavours:
Raspberry Compote
Winter spiced berry Compote
Pineapple Compote
Plum Compote
Peach Compote
Blackberry Compote
Blueberry Compote
mango recipes
Looking for more recipes using mango? Try these!
Turmeric mango lassi with candied black pepper almonds
Mexican grilled chipotle salad in tortilla bowls
Mango Salad
Recipe
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Easy Mango Compote Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups (250g) mango chunks fresh or frozen
- 1 tbsp sugar
- juice of ½ lime
- juice of ½ lemon
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, mix the mango, sugar, lime and lemon juice. Cook over a medium heat, allowing it to bubble and reduce, for 10 minutes, stirring often.
- Can be served warm or cold on waffles, pancakes, ice cream, yogurt, granola etc...
Nisha
Hi, do we use raw or ripe mangoes for the recipes ? How long can we store this ?
Kate Hackworthy
Hi Nisha, you can use frozen or fresh ripe mango for this recipe. It should last for up to 3 days in the fridge. Enjoy!
Claire
Just delish!
I made this to stir through plain yoghurt for the kids and they loved it. So much healthier than the sugary flavoured yoghurt pots and with a much nicer mango taste. Will definitely make this again 😀
Ashley
I used fresh mango for this recipe and it comes out so good. Love how easy it is!
Ting
So simple yet tasty. Tx
MELANIE
I love mango and the compote was great. I used it on ice cream!
Ami Rose
The lime adds a really nice flavour. I'm now craving waffles!
Ami xxx
Yana
This was a great way to use mangoes. I'd never made a compote, but it was a great topping for some nice fluffy American pancakes! Yum!
dana
This was so tasty! I love mangos but I never think to cook with them. Had them on waffles too (and on yogurt in the morning)
melissa major
I like mango but I've never made a compote! will have to make this
Jenny
I love eating foods when they are in season, this sounds delicious!
Elaine @ Dishes Delish
Mmmm. What a perfect way to use mango. Your recipe looks fabulous! I can't wait to try it. I bet it is great even on toast!!
Lisa | Garlic & Zest
There are so many mangoes on our trees right now -- it's good to see another way to use them! And who doesn't love a waffle?
Kate Hackworthy
Oooh a laden mango tree? I'm so jealous!
Felesha Bell
Love a good compote! And on waffles??? Genius!!
Amy | The Cook Report
Mangos are one of my favourite fruit, so sweet and delicious, I can imagine them working really well in a compote
sue | theviewfromgreatisland
That a beautiful healthy breakfast ~ perfect for back to school mornings!
Rhian Westbury
Oh mango compot on waffles sounds really refreshing and perfect for breakfast x
Oliver
Love mango... and the idea of mango with waffle sounds delicious!!
Oliver x
Mayah Camara
This looks delicious and made with one of my favourite fruits! Something I have to try!