Easy Cherry Compote
Description
This super easy and simple 4-ingredient cherry compote recipe turns canned cherries into a sweet dessert compote to serve over cheesecake or ice cream.
Ingredients
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2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans pitted sour cherries, drained
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1 cup white sugar
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3 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
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1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
Directions
1
Combine cherries, sugar, and cornstarch in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir constantly and bring to a boil.
2
Reduce heat; simmer until mixture becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
3
Off heat, stir in lemon juice; cool to room temperature before serving, 30 to 60 minutes. Store compote in the refrigerator.