A compote is a mixture of fresh and dried fruits that have been poached in syrup, which may contain wine or liqueur. Poaching is a method of cooking where the liquid is heated below the boiling point. This is essential so that the fruits will retain its texture and shape, which makes for the delicious experience.
Fruit Compote with Low-fat Yogurt and Granola Topping
A healthy snack of layered yogurt, granola, and fruit compote.
Ingredients
Fruit Compote with Low-fat Yogurt and Granola Topping
- 1 1/2 cups apple made from 2 to 3 apples
- ginger (sliced), 1/2-inch piece
- 2 pears quartered then sliced
- 2 apple quartered then sliced
- 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon orange liqueur
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 Cup dried apricots
- 1/4 Cup dried figs
- 1/4 Cup dried cranberries
- 3/4 Cup Nonfat Yogurt
- 3/4 Cup Rolled Oatmeal
- 1/2 Cup walnuts
- 1/3 Cup raisins
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Spread old-fashioned or rolled oatmeal, walnuts, and raisins on a baking tray. Set aside.
- In a saucepan, combine honey, canola oil, and cinnamon, and bring to a boil.
- Pour over oatmeal mixture and mix well until evenly coated.
- Bake in a preheated 350ºF oven for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring once in a while until mixture is golden brown. Cool on pan and crumble into small pieces.
- While granola is baking, place all the ingredients for the compote in a medium saucepan and mix gently. Poach at low heat until fruits become soft but remain intact. This will take about 30 minutes.
- To assemble, arrange fruits in a wide mouth tall glass until one-thirds full. Pour yogurt and top with granola. Repeat layers once or twice if desired. Serve chilled.
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