Ingredients
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- 20 ounces hulled strawberries (fresh or frozen)
- ⅓ cup sugar (adjustable to taste)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Combine hulled strawberries, sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a medium-sized pot over medium heat.
- Stir gently and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook for about 8 minutes while stirring frequently until the berries soften and the sauce thickens.
- If desired, mash lightly for a smoother texture and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar if needed. Cook for an additional minute.
- Allow the compote to cool slightly before transferring it to an airtight container for storage.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg