• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Recipes
  • About me
  • Shop
  • Subscribe

Throughthefibrofog

menu icon
go to homepage
  • Recipes
  • About me
  • Shop
  • Subscribe
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • Recipes
    • About me
    • Shop
    • Subscribe
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • ×

    Home » Recipes » Desserts

    Published: Mar 3, 2022 · Modified: Apr 9, 2022 by Claire · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon associate I earn from qualifying purchases · Leave a Comment

    Apple and blackberry compote

    This apple and blackberry compote is a fun sweet treat, and perfect for topping oatmeal, ice cream or other sweet treats. Made with just four ingredients, it is a vegetarian, gluten free and low histamine dessert for all the family.

    apple and blackberry compote in a glass jar with a spoon in it surrounded by apples and blackberries.

    Fruit-based desserts are always a hit in my home, and this compote joins my apple blueberry sauce, spiced poached pears and no churn mango sorbet as simple but very delicious treats.

    If you love compotes, then you may also like to try my rhubarb and apple compote, which makes the most of this seasonal fruit.

    This fruit compote makes the most of fresh apples and blackberries, and is so simple to make (and quite kid-friendly too!). Especially perfect during the fall months when you can pick your own produce!

    Jump to:
    • Why this recipe is so good
    • Ingredients
    • Variations on the recipe
    • Step by step instructions
    • Frequently asked questions
    • More desserts to enjoy
    • Recipe

    Why this recipe is so good

    Perfectly sweet. The fresh fruit has its own delicious sweetness, but this compote adds a touch of maple syrup for those with a sweet tooth.

    Minimal ingredients. All you need is fresh fruit, butter and maple syrup.

    Quick and easy to make. A very simple recipe that can be ready for breakfast or dessert in no time!

    Ingredients

    Just four ingredients to make this recipe. Some notes on the fruit:

    Apples – I think that red apples or Braeburn apples work particularly well in this recipe. Green apples will have a sharper taste.

    Blackberries – personally I suggest using fresh, but frozen will work in a pinch as well. If using fresh you will need ripe blackberries so they break down when heated.

    Variations on the recipe

    If just the fruit is sweet enough for you, then simply leave out the maple syrup. Alternatively, you can use a pinch of brown sugar or honey.

    Related recipe: apple and pear compote

    three apples and bowls of blackberries, maple syrup and butter.

    Step by step instructions

    Making this apple blackberry compote couldn’t be easier, and just requires a pan and a wooden spoon.

    Step 1

    Melt the butter in the pan on a low heat. Add the fruit and maple syrup. Stir to combine so the fruit is well coated in the butter and maple syrup.

    Step 2

    Bring the mixture to a very light simmer, and cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the fruit has softened and the blackberries have mostly broken down. Use the back of a wooden spoon to press them against the side of the pan if they are being stubborn!

    apples and blackberries in a pan.
    cooked down apples and blackberries in a pan.

    Frequently asked questions

    How small should I dice fruit for compote?

    Dice to preference, but around a centimetre square works well. If you want a more chunky compote dice larger. Don't dice too small or you will get more of a jam than a compote.

    Is this compote refined sugar free?

    Yes, this is a refined sugar free compote as we use maple syrup rather than white or brown sugar.

    How do you serve compote?

    Compote can be enjoyed as it is. You can also spoon onto oatmeal as a topping, or onto desserts such as ice cream.

    overhead view of apple and blackberry compote in a glass jar.

    More desserts to enjoy

    Lots of sweet treats can be found on my desserts page, but some recent recipes to try out:

    • Easy cherry mango popsicles
    • Apple juice popsicles
    • Pear fritters
    • Rhubarb and apple compote

    I’m always in the kitchen, so come join me on Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest to be the first to hear of new recipes. And please do leave a star rating if you tried the recipe!

    Recipe

    apple and blackberry compote in a glass jar with a spoon in it.

    Apple and blackberry compote

    Claire
    This apple and blackberry compote is a healthy topping for oatmeal or desserts, made simply with four ingredients.
    5 from 1 vote
    Prevent your screen from going dark
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe
    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Breakfast, Dessert
    Cuisine American, British
    Servings 1.5 cups

    Ingredients
      

    • 3 small apples cored, peeled and diced
    • 1 cup blackberries
    • 1 tablespoon butter
    • 1 tablespoon maple syrup

    Instructions
     

    • Spoon the butter into the pan and heat on low so it melts to a liquid. Add the apples, blackberries and maple syrup. Stir well to combine.
    • Increase the heat to a very light simmer, and cook the fruit for 12-15 minutes until softened. Stir occasionally and if you like the blackberries to break down, press them against the side of the pan with a wooden spoon to help them along.

    Notes

    • Dice the apples to size preference. Larger fruit may require a few more minutes of cook time.
    • Use ripe blackberries so they will break down and release their juices.
    • Don't let the mixture boil. Just keep to a very light simmer.
     
    Swiss Interest Group Histamine Intolerance (SIGHI) food compatibility list for histamine
    All ingredients score 0 on the SIGHI list.
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!
    Tweet
    Share
    Pin
    Share
    « Cinnamon overnight oats
    Blueberry hemp smoothie »

    Reader Interactions

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    Hi, I’m Claire. After a diagnosis of MCAS I began to follow a low histamine diet, which has helped me manage my symptoms. Here I hope to show that a restrictive diet can still be full of flavourful meals, and help you enjoy being creative in the kitchen.

    More about me →

    Popular recipes

    • Ginger beer (yeast free)
    • Spiced poached pears (without wine)
    • Rosemary chicken fillets (pan fried)
    • Apple and pear smoothie

    Recent Recipes

    • Low histamine teas (and coffee alternatives)
    • Whipped ricotta crostini
    • Low histamine nuts and seeds (with recipes)
    • Easy flaxseed pudding

    As an Amazon associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Please see my disclaimer. I am not a doctor or healthcare professional. All posts are for informational purposes only and do not constitute medical advice in any way.

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • About Me
    • Disclaimer
    • Cookie Policy

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up! for emails and updates

    Contact

    • Work With Me

    Copyright © 2022 Through The Fibro Fog

    This website uses cookies to improve your experience. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish. Cookie settingsACCEPT
    Privacy & Cookies Policy

    Privacy Overview

    This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience.
    Necessary
    Always Enabled
    Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.
    Non-necessary
    Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.
    SAVE & ACCEPT