Chunky Blackberry Compote with Fresh Ginger
A fruity, naturally sweet, chunky blackberry compote with fresh ginger, ready in 15 minutes, with no refined sugar, just wholesome goodness.
Okay, so you know when something tastes super fancy, but you also don’t have the energy for a kitchen marathon? That’s when this blackberry and ginger compote comes in. It’s kind of like jam, but fresher, and way less sugary. I also made a creamy blackberry smoothie with the juicy blackberries I picked from the countryside in Menorca, and apart from getting the thorny stems stuck in my fingers, it’s always a fun day out.
Honestly, you can spoon this on toast, swirl it into yoghurt, top your favorite fluffy pancakes, add it to your roast veggie salad, or eat it straight from the pot. The best part? It’s made with just 4 ingredients, sublime, real chunky, and naturally vegan and gluten-free too!
❤️Why you’ll Love this Ginger Berry Compote
Perfectly sweet with NO added sugar.
Easy to make with only 4 ingredients.
Suitable at any time of the day, HOT OR COLD Amazing flavor!
The ginger adds a spicy, tangy flavour.
Versatile: spread on toast, top pancakes, stir into yogurt or porridge, or serve with roasted veggies.
Ingredients
📝Ingredient Notes and Variations
Please see the RECIPE CARD at the bottom of this post for the complete list of ingredients and measurements with a printable recipe.
Fresh blackberries
I used fresh. Frozen works too (don’t thaw, cook a few minutes longer).
Maple syrup
Swap for agave, rice syrup, apple syrup, or even date syrup.
Ginger
Grated fresh ginger makes this amazing. If you’re not into spice, cut it down to 1–2 cm or use ground ginger or leave it out completely.
Lime Juice
Balances sweetness and preserves the color. And this is totally optional. I’ve made this yummy sweet spread many times without the need to add limes, especially if you get your hands on sweet berries.
How to Make Chunky Blackberry Compote with Fresh Ginger
- Wash your blackberries and drain well. Remove those thorny stems that are attached to the fruit.
- Pop them into a pan with maple syrup and lime juice. Please give it a good stir.
- Bring to a boil and stir in the grated ginger. Srir!
- Add 5–6 tablespoons of water (start small, you can always add more).
- Then simmer on a low heat for 10 minutes until the blackberries soften and it gets jammy. Stir often to stop the berry compote from scorching.
Difference Between Jam and Compote
I love compote for its big chunks of fruit simmered in syrup. It’s not spreadable like jam, but dolloped on toast, it’s so tasty. Jam, on the other hand, is mushy, sweet, and thick because the fruit is crushed and cooked with sugar.
💡 Expert Cooking Tips
Please don’t worry about the berries too much. Stir gently and frequently to maintain the fruit’s chunky texture. Feel free to mash up a few berries with the back of a wooden spoon. Use ripe berries for the best flavour.
Bring to the boil, then cook on low heat to prevent burning.
Let it cool completely; it thickens as it rests.
Want it Thicker?
For a thicker compote, such as a chunky blackberry syrup, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water, then add it and simmer for 2 minutes. Or add 1–2 tsp chia seeds after cooking; it thickens as it cools. Mash up a mature banana, or for a firmer set, dissolve ½ tsp agar agar in a little water, boil 1 minute, then stir into the compote. You won`t need any of these if you follow my recipe; it will be thick enough.
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❓ Recipe FAQs
Yep! Freeze in small jars or ice cube trays for up to 3 months.
You can leave it out altogether as long as the berries are ripe and super sweet.
Cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, allspice, cloves and nutmeg.
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Recipe Card with Notes
Chunky Blackberry Compote with Fresh Ginger
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups blackberries about 300 g
- 1 –2 tsp fresh ginger grated
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
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Instructions
- Wash the blackberries thoroughly under cool running water and let them drain them well.
- Check for any thorny stems still attached to the fruit and remove them.
- Place the blackberries in a medium-sized saucepan.
- Pour in the maple syrup and freshly squeezed lime juice, then stir everything together so the berries are well coated.
- Put the pan on the stove and bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
- Grate the fresh ginger and stir it into the pan.
- Once the mixture begins to bubble, add 5 to 6 tablespoons of water, starting with the smaller amount because you can always add more later if needed.
- Lower the heat to a gentle simmer and cook for about 10 minutes.
- As the berries soften, use the back of a spoon or a potato masher to gently mash some of them, leaving others whole so the compote keeps a chunky texture.
- Stir often while cooking to prevent the mixture from sticking or burning on the bottom of the pan.
- After 10 minutes, the compote should look glossy and jammy but still have visible pieces of fruit.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary, then let it cool before serving or storing.
- The blackberry compote will stay fresh for a week in the refrigerator
Notes & Suggestions
Nutrition Profile
The nutritional information is an estimate, calculated automatically per serving, with all values, including calories, based on one serving.
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