Dried apricot compote

Cookinero 26 Apr 2025

Dried apricots are a tasty and healthy dried fruit that contains various vitamins. How to cook dried apricot compote at home? It is best to choose brown dried apricots - they are the sweetest, and when cooking you will need a minimum amount of sugar. But you can make compote from any type of dried apricots that you like. It is better to drink compote cool - this way the taste of the drink is revealed more vividly.

How to cook Dried apricot compote

Step 1

Compote of dried apricots

Cook the compote. Place the dried apricots in a saucepan and pour in cold water. Add sugar. Place the saucepan on medium heat. Bring the contents of the saucepan to a boil, cook for 25 minutes. Remove from heat, cool and serve.

Dried apricot compote - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can use fresh apricots, but adjust the sugar and cooking time. Fresh apricots are sweeter and softer, so reduce sugar slightly and cook for about 15 minutes until tender.
Store the compote in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Ensure it has cooled completely before sealing to maintain freshness.
Yes, this compote is naturally vegan as it contains only dried apricots, water, and sugar. No animal products are used.
Absolutely! Substitute sugar with a keto-friendly sweetener like erythritol or stevia, adjusting to taste, for a low-carb version.
Serve it over yogurt, pancakes, or oatmeal, or as a topping for toast with ricotta. It also pairs well with roasted meats for a sweet-savory twist.
Yes, freeze the cooled compote in portions for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and stir well before serving.
Double or triple the ingredients proportionally. Use a larger pot and extend cooking time slightly to ensure even softening of the apricots.
Simmer it uncovered on low heat for 5–10 minutes to thicken, or mix 1 tsp cornstarch with water and stir in while heating.

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