Winter Fruit Compote With Cognac Recipe

Indulge in Chef Laura Calder's (Food Network's French Food at Home) decadent Winter Fruit Compote! This rich, fruit-filled compote is bursting with the flavors of plump prunes, sweet figs, and zesty kumquats, all simmered to perfection with a touch of cognac (or brandy!). Imagine the warm, comforting spices mingling with the sweetness of the fruit, creating a taste sensation reminiscent of a luxurious fig newton cookie. Serve it warm over a scoop of vanilla ice cream, crème fraîche, and toasted almonds for the ultimate winter dessert. Get ready for a taste of French culinary magic!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 190 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Winter Fruit Compote With Cognac

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How to Make Winter Fruit Compote With Cognac

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Halve or quarter 1 cup pitted prunes depending on size. Quarter 1 cup fresh figs.
  3. Thinly slice 1 cup kumquats (about 1/8 inch thick), leaving the skin on. Remove seeds if desired.
  4. In a medium saucepan, combine the prunes, figs, kumquats, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 cup cognac (or brandy), 1/4 cup water, and a pinch of ground cinnamon and nutmeg.
  5. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the fruits are plump and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  6. Remove from heat and let the compote macerate, covered, for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  7. Serve warm over vanilla ice cream, crème fraîche, and toasted almonds. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

144g

Fat

0g

Carbs

16g