Apple Compote
Apples gently soften with lemon and cinnamon before being mashed into a spoonable fruit dish.
AI-generated serving illustration; actual results may vary.
FrenchFood
15 minPrep
20 minCook
35 minTotal
EasyDifficulty
Ingredients
Method
- Cut apples into 2 cm pieces and toss with lemon juice immediately.
- Place in a saucepan with water, sugar and cinnamon.
- Cover and simmer over low heat for 15–20 minutes, stirring twice, until pieces crush easily.
- Mash with a fork to your preferred texture and cool before serving.
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Tips
- Add water a spoonful at a time only if the pan starts to dry.
- Apples vary in sweetness; the measured sugar makes a lightly sweet compote.
Original recipe by the FileYay team. Amounts are a starting point, so taste and adjust as you go.