Spiced Blackberry and Peach Compote
"A nutritious fruit compote that feels like fall. Serve over frozen yogurt or waffles or grain-free Dutch babies!"
Why these flavors work
Ginger and cinnamon share 270 flavor compounds, the molecular overlap behind why they sit well together. See the comparison →
By the same chemistry, maple syrup also goes with brioche, pumpkin and soybean sauce.
Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
What these numbers assume — 8 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Butter | 1 tbsp (14g) | 102 |
| Blackberry | 1 cup (144g) | 62 |
| Peach | 1 medium (150g) | 59 |
| Maple Syrup | 1 tbsp (20ml) | 52 |
| Sugar | 1 tbsp (12.5g) granulated | 49 |
| Nutmeg | 1 tsp ground (2.2g) | 12 |
| Cinnamon | 1 tsp ground (2.6g) | 6 |
| Ginger | 1 tsp grated fresh (2g) | 2 |
Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons maple sugar
- 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- 3 cups frozen peach slices
- 1 cup frozen blackberries
Directions
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