How long should I soak the dried fruits for this compote?

The recipe specifies covering and letting the dried fruits, spices, and fruit juices stand overnight in the refrigerator for optimal flavor development.

Can I adjust the sweetness of this Dried Fruit Compote?

Yes, the recipe notes you can sweeten it with a little stevia, agave, honey, or coconut sugar after cooking, if desired.

What spices are used in this compote recipe?

This compote is flavored with ground cinnamon and an anise star, with optional additions like powdered ginger, cloves, or nutmeg.

Is it necessary to blend the compote after cooking?

No, blending with a magic wand or chopper is optional, as indicated in step 5, after removing the anise star.

How should I store the finished Dried Fruit Compote?

Once prepared, place the compote in a jar and store it in the refrigerator.

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Dried Fruit Compote
[Vegan]

SO By: Sara Oliveira

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A rustic bowl of rich, dark dried fruit compote, made with figs, apricots, and raisins, topped with chopped walnuts and a whole anise star.

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Ingredients You Need for Dried Fruit Compote [Vegan]

For the Compote:

3.5 ounces of dried figs
3.5 ounces of dried apricots
1.75 ounces of raisins
1 ounce of broken walnut kernels
6.76 ounces of 100% apple juice (without sugar)
4 ounces of orange juice (about 2)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 anise star

Optional ingredients :

powdered ginger
powdered cloves
nutmeg
stevia, agave, honey, coconut sugar (if you want to sweeten it)

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How to Prepare Dried Fruit Compote [Vegan]

Cut the figs and apricots into pieces.
In a bowl add the dried fruits, spices and fruit juices.
Cover and let stand overnight in the refrigerator.
The next day bring to a low heat and cook for 30 minutes. If necessary add a little water. The fruits should be very soft.
Turn off the stove and if you like, pass everything with the magic wand or the chopper (remove the anise star first). Add the walnut kernels and if you want you can sweeten it with a little stevia, honey, agave ...
Place in a jar and store in the refrigerator.