Hot Cherry Fruit Compote Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful fruit compote bursting with sweet cherries, juicy tropical fruits, and a warm hint of spice! This easy recipe combines bing and royal ann cherries with peaches, pineapple, and oranges for a delightful taste sensation. Perfect served warm alongside roasted meats or chilled as a refreshing dessert. The unique curry powder and rum add depth and complexity you won't find anywhere else!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 320.1 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Hot Cherry Fruit Compote

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How to Make Hot Cherry Fruit Compote

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Butter a large (9x13 inch) glass baking dish.
  3. Arrange the following in the prepared baking dish: 2 cups bing cherries (halved if large), 1 cup royal ann cherries (halved if large), 1 cup sliced fresh peaches, 1 cup pineapple chunks, 1 cup orange sections, ½ cup raisins, and 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger.
  4. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest evenly over the fruit.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons melted butter, ½ cup packed light brown sugar, and ½ teaspoon curry powder until smooth. Pour this mixture evenly over the fruit.
  6. Top with 1 cup cherry pie filling (or your favorite fruit pie filling).
  7. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of rum (optional) over the compote.
  8. Bake uncovered for 45 minutes, or until the fruit is bubbly and heated through.
  9. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with meat or poultry, or chilled as a dessert.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

157g

Fat

18g

Carbs

21g