Cherry Vanilla Compote
In a heavy 2-quart saucepan, combine all the ingredients and, over medium heat, bring to a boil, while stirring often. Reduce the heat to medium low and cook for about 10 minutes, until cherries ar…
- Cook30 min
- Total30 min
- Serves2
- LevelEasy
Ingredients
- 2½ cups cherries, pitted
- ¼ cup coconut palm sugar
- 1 vanilla bean or 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp. brandy or rum
Method
- In a heavy 2-quart saucepan, combine all the ingredients and, over medium heat, bring to a boil, while stirring often. Reduce the heat to medium low and cook for about 10 minutes, until cherries are soft.
- Strain the cherries, reserving the liquid. Pour the liquid back into the saucepan and simmer over medium-low heat until sauce is thickened, stirring occasionally, for about 15 to 20 minutes. Place cherries back into the syrup and serve warm. Store in airtight container for up to 1 week in refrigerator.
