Often to turn something from good to great all it takes is minimal effort. This easy Blueberry Swirl Yogurt recipe is one of those things. Kick your morning yogurt up a delicious & nutritious level or two!
We all know plain yogurt is good; however, sometimes adding the simplest thing to it can transform it to extraordinarily good.
I had some Greek yogurt and instead of just tossing on a handful of blueberries or chopped fruit, I took an extra few minutes and tossed blueberries into a pot.
To that, I added some fresh lemon juice and some sugar. In no time I had an amazing blueberry compote ready to top my yogurt. It was a super-satisfying lunch that was not only pretty, but it was also chock full of goodness and it fueled me up for my busy afternoon.
If you have never made a fresh blueberry compote recipe, you are in for a real treat. It is often the most simple foods that are the most delicious!
Creating healthy and delicious toppings to go on along with rich and delicious yogurt I feel good about feeding my kids helped me accomplish that.
I don’t know about you, but I sometimes think too much about what I want for a meal, thinking I need meat or a big salad meanwhile something so simple and healthy like this Blueberry Swirl Yogurt recipe ends up being more than satisfying.
It fills me up without leaving me feeling over-full, I don’t feel tired in a food coma kind of way and I feel great about the nutrients in it.
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How Do I Make Blueberry Compote?
- Traditionally fruit compote is made by simmering fruit or combination of fruits in a small amount of water and sugar with optional spices added in. When you make your own compote, you can choose to add in no sugar (especially of your chosen fruit(s) are already sweet), or like me, you can add in just the smallest amount of sugar, honey or natural sweeteners.
- Another option is to add in vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, ginger etc. to your fruit(s) as they cook down. It’s a delicious twist!
- By making your own fruit compote to top yogurt, pound cake, ice cream or to enjoy on its own, you control how much sweetener you use and its preservative free. You also get a wholesome (and colorful) flavor boost!
How Do I Make Blueberry Swirl Yogurt?
- It’s so easy to make your own Blueberry Swirl Yogurt! All you need is a half cup (or more) of fresh blueberries, a tablespoon or so of water, a small amount of sweetener if you choose such as a pinch of sugar, honey, or another natural sweetener you enjoy.
- If you like (again optional) a splash of vanilla, vanilla paste, a piece of a vanilla bean, cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom or whichever seasoning you may enjoy with your chosen fruit.
- You can also add a squeeze of fresh lemon or orange juice or zest to brighten up the flavor profile.
What Other fruits Can I Make Fruit Compote With?
In addition to blueberries, you can make a fruit compote with strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, cherries, plums, peaches, or even pears. You can do a combination of berries or fruits that complement each other.
How Long Does Homemade Fruit Compote Keep?
- Homemade fruit compotes can be stored in the refrigerator in a mason jar or glass container for 10-14 days. I don't know HOW! Because I will eat it right off a spoon, lol!
- You can also store fruit compote / blueberry compote in your freezer and that before use.
Show me your swirl!
Enjoy! XO - Colleen
Recipe originally published February 2019, updated April, 2024. Nutritional information is for the Blueberry Compote as yogurts used will vary.
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Blueberry Swirl Yogurt
Ingredients
- 2 cup2 fresh blueberries
- Squeeze of fresh lemon 1-2 teaspoons
- 1-2 TBS sugar more or less to taste
Instructions
- In a small pot or saucepan, combine berries, water, and lemon juice. Simmer over med-high just until berries begin to burst, stirring occasionally.
- Taste for sweetness and decide if you would like to add sugar, honey or your favorite natural sweetener.
- Stir in sweetener if using and simmer until most liquid is absorbed.
- Allow to cool completely and store in a mason jar or small glass container until you use.
- Keeps in the fridge for a week.
Autumn Person says
ITS SO GOOD! I think I should’ve used honey than sugar cuz For more like a sweeter taste but it’s still good.🥰