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Easy Peach Compote

This simple Peach Compote recipe, with juicy peaches, warm spices, brown sugar, and a splash of rich balsamic vinegar, is a fast, easy, simple fruit sauce for waffles, Greek yogurt, oatmeal, ice cream, and cake. 
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Total Time13 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8
Calories: 29kcal
Author: Cara Lanz

Ingredients

  • 16 oz. peaches, chopped canned (drained), frozen (thawed), or fresh (about 3 peaches)
  • ¼ cup water
  • ½ tablespoon brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 dash salt
  • ½ teaspoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch + 1 Tablespoon water

Instructions

  • Place peaches, water, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, vanilla, and salt in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat and reduce to a simmer on low for 5-8 minutes, until the peaches soften.
  • Mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl. Add the cornstarch slurry and balsamic vinegar to the saucepan. Simmer 3 more minutes until thickened.

Notes

  • Add more water as needed if the compote begins to dry out, especially if the peaches require additional time to soften. 
  • Adjust sugar to taste -- I find they don't need much sugar at all. 
  • Trust me on the balsamic vinegar, it adds deep, rich flavor. 
  • Blend the peach compote with an immersion blender for a smoother sauce. 
  • Recipe yields about one cup. 

Nutrition

Calories: 29kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.05g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 13mg | Potassium: 72mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 185IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 0.2mg