Easy Blackcurrant Compote
This easy blackcurrant compote is made with fresh or frozen blackcurrants, sugar, lemon juice and a splash of water for a deliciously tangy fruit topping. Ready in just 20 minutes, it's perfect spooned over Greek yogurt, porridge, pancakes, waffles, cheesecake, ice cream and other favourite desserts.
Servings 10
Calories 66kcal
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 500 g Blackcurrants fresh or frozen, stems removed
- 85 g Caster Sugar
- ½ Lemon juice only
- 1 tablespoon Water
Instructions
- Place the blackcurrants, sugar, lemon juice and water in a medium saucepan. If you are using frozen blackcurrants, add them straight from the freezer.500 g Blackcurrants, 85 g Caster Sugar, ½ Lemon, 1 tbsp Water
- Place the saucepan over a low to medium heat and stir occasionally until the sugar has dissolved and the blackcurrants begin to release their juices. Avoid using a very high heat, as the sugar can catch before enough liquid has been released from the fruit.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for around 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Use the back of a wooden spoon to lightly crush some of the berries as they soften, leaving a few whole for texture. Frozen blackcurrants may need an additional two or three minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat once most of the berries have burst and the juices look glossy and syrupy. The compote will still look fairly loose while it is hot. Leave it to cool before deciding whether it needs further thickening, as it will become noticeably thicker once chilled.
Notes
- Fresh or frozen blackcurrants: This recipe works with either. If using frozen blackcurrants, there's no need to thaw them first—simply add them straight to the saucepan.
- Adjust the sweetness: Blackcurrants can vary in tartness, so taste the compote once it's cooked and stir in a little extra sugar while it's still warm if needed.
- It thickens as it cools: Don't worry if the compote looks a little runny when hot. It will become noticeably thicker as it cools and chills.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
Nutritional Information (Approximate)
Calories: 66kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 169mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 116IU | Vitamin C: 93mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg
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