Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Rest Time 5 mins
Total Time 30 mins
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Difficulty: Beginner
Cooking Temp: 95  C
Servings: 4
Best Season: Fall
Description

This warm and comforting Maple Cinnamon Apple Compote is a quick and easy recipe packed with tender apples, sweet maple syrup, and cozy cinnamon flavor. Perfect as a topping for pancakes, oatmeal, yogurt, or served as a simple dessert, it’s a fall favorite that’s ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients
    For the Apple Compote
  • 4 medium apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
  • 0.25 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar (optional, for extra sweetness)
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tbsp lemon juice
  • 0.5 cup water
  • 1 tsp 1 cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water (optional, for thicker consistency)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (add at the end)
Instructions
    Prepare the Apples
  1. 1
    Peel, core, and dice the apples into small bite-sized pieces. Choose firm apples to retain some texture after cooking.
    2. Combine Ingredients in a Saucepan
  2. 2
    In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add diced apples, maple syrup, brown sugar (if using), ground cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, lemon juice, and water. Stir everything together to coat the apples evenly.
    3. Simmer the Compote
  3. 3
    Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer (about 95°C), then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pan and let it simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are soft but not mushy.
    4. Thicken (Optional)
  4. 4
    If you prefer a thicker compote, add the cornstarch slurry and stir it in. Let it cook uncovered for another 2–3 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
    5. Add Vanilla & Rest
  5. 5
    Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract, and let the compote rest for 5 minutes. This allows the flavors to settle and deepen.
Note

Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Freezing: You can freeze the compote for up to 2 months. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Variations:

  • Add raisins or chopped dried cranberries for extra texture.
  • Swap maple syrup with honey or agave nectar.
  • Use a mix of apple varieties for more depth in flavor.

Serving Suggestions: Over pancakes, waffles, French toast, ice cream, yogurt, oatmeal, or even on roasted pork chops.

Keywords: quick, easy, fall recipe, healthy, fruit compote
Read it online: https://petitepanini.com/recipe/maple-cinnamon-apple-compote-recipe/