Mixed Berry Compote For Topping Pancakes, Waffles & Desserts

Name: Mixed Berry Compote
Cook time: 4 min
Total time: 4 min
Ingredients: 1 cup red raspberries; 1 cup blackberries; 2 cups frozen blueberries; 2 - 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (add more to taste); 1 tablespoons lemon juice (from a fresh lemon, to taste)

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Learn how to make the perfect mixed Berry Compote in just 5 minutes using your microwave! This simple berry compote recipe uses either fresh or frozen berries for a lovely jammy texture. Perfect for pancakes, waffles, yogurt, and desserts!

A wooden bowl filled with mixed berries, including raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries, with a spoon inside. Nearby are another bowl of mixed berry compote and a stack of crepes on a wooden board.

🫐 The combination of fresh and frozen berries creates magic in that microwave bowl. Frozen berries break down beautifully to create that luscious sauce base, while fresh berries hold their shape just enough to give you those delightful jammy chunks we all crave!

My 2 Best Tips For Making Berry Compote
Mixed Berry Compote Recipe
How To Make Mixed Berry Compote
Recipe FAQs
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My 2 Best Tips For Making Berry Compote

Perfect Texture: About 3/4 of your berries should be the soft, juicy type (like blueberries and raspberries) with the remaining quarter being firmer berries that hold their shape. This creates that coveted chunky-smooth texture that makes compote so irresistible.

Fresh Lemon Juice: This is your flavor amplifier so please don’t skip it! A small squeeze of fresh lemon juice right before serving brightens every single flavor and prevents that flat, overly sweet taste. Think of it as turning up the volume on all those beautiful berry notes.

🩷 Melissa

Five minutes from start to finish means you can have restaurant-quality compote even on the busiest mornings. No stovetop babysitting, no stirring every few minutes – just set it and forget it while you make coffee!

It works with whatever berries you have. Out of blackberries? Double up on raspberries. Only have frozen berries? That works too!

The key is maintaining that balance of soft, juicy berries to create the perfect consistency.

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Mixed Berry Compote

By: Melissa Griffiths

Cook: 4

Total: 4

Servings: servings

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Ingredients

▢ 1 cup red raspberries
▢ 1 cup blackberries
▢ 2 cups frozen blueberries
▢ 2 – 3 tablespoons granulated sugar, add more to taste
▢ 1 tablespoons lemon juice, from a fresh lemon, to taste

Instructions

Wash the fresh berries. Drain, but do not dry.
Place into a microwave-safe bowl along wit the frozen berries. Add the sugar and lemon juice.
Cover and microwave for 3-4 minutes, or until the berries have melted and the juice is at a low simmer.
Stir and adjust taste, if needed, to make it sweeter or more tart. Use compote to top pancakes, waffles, yogurt, or desserts!

Notes

Yield: Recipe makes 3 cups of compote, or 12 servings of 1/4 cup each.

Recipe Variations:

Feel free to switch the types of berries, but the success of the dish depends on about 3/4 of the berries being soft and juicy.
A final squeeze of fresh lemon juice or sprinkle of zest just before serving wakes up all the flavors and adds brightness.
The combination of fresh and frozen berries creates the ideal texture – frozen berries break down to create the sauce while fresh berries maintain some shape for a chunky, jammy consistency.
For a thicker compote, simmer longer or add 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 teaspoon water. For a thinner consistency, add a tablespoon of water or orange juice.

Microwave Cooking Tip: Start with 3 minutes and check – some microwaves run hot and you don’t want to overcook those precious berries. You’re looking for gently bubbling juices and berries that have started to break down but aren’t completely mushy.

Storing Compote: This compote keeps beautifully in the refrigerator for up to a week and actually tastes even better the next day as flavors meld together. Reheat gently in the microwave for 30 seconds, or enjoy cold over yogurt or ice cream.

Nutrition

Calories: 32kcal, Carbohydrates: 8g, Protein: 0.5g, Fat: 0.2g, Saturated Fat: 0.01g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g, Sodium: 0.5mg, Potassium: 55mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 6g, Vitamin A: 42IU, Vitamin C: 8mg, Calcium: 8mg, Iron: 0.2mg

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How To Make Mixed Berry Compote

A white bowl containing three groups of fresh berries—perfect for a berry compote—features blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries arranged side by side on a light-colored surface.

Step 1: Wash the fresh berries. Drain, but do not dry. Place into a microwave-safe bowl along wit the frozen berries. Add the sugar and lemon juice.

A close-up of a white bowl filled with mixed berries, including blackberries, blueberries, and raspberries, served in a rich berry compote sauce on a light surface.

Step 2: Cover and microwave for 3-4 minutes, or until the berries have melted and the juice is at a low simmer. Stir and adjust taste, if needed, to make it sweeter or more tart.

A plate of folded crepes topped with powdered sugar and mixed berries, served alongside a vibrant berry compote, with a bowl of cream and stacked crepes in the background on a light table.

Step 3: Use compote to top pancakes, waffles, yogurt, or desserts!

Recipe FAQs

Can I use all frozen berries for this berry compote?

Sure! All frozen berries work wonderfully and will give you more of a sauce consistency since they break down more readily than fresh berries. You might need to add an extra 30 seconds to the cooking time but start with the 3 minutes and add 30 seconds if needed.

How do I know when the compote is done?

Look for gently bubbling juices and berries that have started to break down and release their natural pectin. The mixture should look jammy but not completely smooth – you want some texture remaining. If it looks watery, give it another 30 seconds.

Can I make this berry compote without added sugar?

Yes, especially if your berries are very ripe and sweet! The natural fruit sugars will concentrate as the berries cook down. Taste after cooking and add a touch of honey or maple syrup if needed. The lemon juice becomes even more important without added sugar to balance the flavors.