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Stovetop Cinnamon Apricot Compote

Melissa Champagne
A quick stovetop apricot compote made with fresh apricots, cinnamon, and maple syrup. Perfect for rescuing overripe or slightly dry apricots and turning them into a cozy, naturally sweet topping.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 66 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 6 fresh apricots pitted and chopped
  • 3 tbsp tbsp maple syrup adjust to taste
  • 2 tbsp water or orange juice
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: ½ tsp vanilla extract or lemon zest

Instructions
 

  • Add chopped apricots, maple syrup, water (or juice), cinnamon, and salt to a small saucepan.
  • Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  • Reduce heat to low and cook for 10–15 minutes, stirring often, until apricots soften and break down.
  • Mash with the back of a spoon for a jammy texture or leave slightly chunky.
  • Remove from heat and stir in vanilla or lemon zest if using. Let cool slightly to thicken.

Nutrition

Calories: 66kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 1gFat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.04gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 2mgPotassium: 171mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 1012IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 0.2mg
Keyword apricots
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