How to Make Quince-Cinnamon Compote - A Step-by-Step Guide

Quince-Cinnamon Compote is a delightful and comforting dessert that is perfect for the fall and winter seasons. This recipe combines the unique flavor of quinces with the warmth of cinnamon to create a decadent and aromatic compote that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Quinces are a lesser-known fruit that are prized for their fragrant aroma and slightly sour flavor. When cooked, quinces transform into a sweet and tender fruit that pairs perfectly with warm spices like cinnamon. T...

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds quinces
  • ½ lemon
  • 3 cups water, plus more for soaking
  • ¼ cup raw cane sugar
  • ⅓ cup agave syrup
  • ½ cinnamon stick
  • 1 pod black cardamom (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Rinse quinces under running water to remove the fuzzy layer. Squeeze the lemon into a large bowl and fill halfway with water.
  • Cut quinces into quarters. Peel, core, and dice one quarter at a time, and transfer fruit to the lemon water to prevent browning.
  • Combine 3 cups of fresh water, cane sugar, agave syrup, cinnamon stick, and cardamom pod in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Add drained quinces and reduce heat to medium-high. Cook at a low boil for 20 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover the saucepan with a lid, placing a wooden spoon underneath to keep it slightly ajar and allow some steam to escape without it drying out. Simmer like this for about 25 minutes. The compote is ready when the fruit has turned a red blush color, it is tender to a fork, and the syrup has reduced by three-fourths. The objective is to have softened fruit with a thickened syrup at the end. The syrup will thicken more upon cooling.
  • Nutrition

    259 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 20mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 70g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 32g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 45mg
    • Calcium: 53mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 514mg