Blueberry Compote (Blueberry Sauce) + Instant Pot Blueberry Compote

Summertime brings an abundance of fresh blueberries, and fresh summer fruit can always be found in our fridge. But when we get tired of eating plain fruit, I am always looking for fun and flavorful ways to use fruit in more recipes. Plus to top, waffles, pancakes and cheesecakes.

Why Compote?

Blueberry muffins and blueberry pancakes are great, but my absolute favorite way to use blueberries is by making blueberry compote. This simple blueberry sauce is so easy to make and only requires 4 ingredients.

If you already have fresh blueberries, you probably won’t even need to go to the store! If you’ve got older kids, they can even make this on their own; it really is just that simple!

The first time I made this Instant Pot Blueberry Compote recipe, my family fell in love, and now I make it every time we have an abundance of fresh blueberries. I’ve even used frozen blueberries, and it still tastes great. 

Why You’ll ♡ This

• Easy – 4 simple ingredients and 15 minutes are all you need.
• Endless Possibilities – Pour over pancakes and waffles for sure, but the fun doesn’t end there. See our list of all the ways you can use this sauce below. 
• No Processed Sugar – We make our blueberry compote with maple syrup (or honey), so there is no processed sugar. The final product is sweet but not too sweet.
• Small Batch – Enjoy a small batch of this yummy sauce, and no canning equipment needed.  

Ingredient Notes

• Blueberries – you can use fresh or frozen blueberries. If frozen you will need to cook this a little longer to get rid of the extra liquid.
• Maple syrup – please use real maple syrup for this. You can use sugar as well or honey if not vegan. Increase the amount a little bit for a sweeter compote.
• Lemon – you will need both the lemon juice and lemon zest to complete this. For the best results, please use fresh lemon juice, not the bottled stuff. I have used lime as well but you would need to reduce the amount of lime juice.

Ready to make this Blueberry Compote Recipe? Gather your ingredients and I will show you…

How To Make Blueberry Compote On Stovetop

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1. Add all ingredients to a saucepan.
2. Bring the mixture to a boil for 7-10 minutes(uncovered) until the sauce begins to thicken.
3. Serve warm or cold. 

How To Make Blueberry Compote In Instant Pot

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1. Add all ingredients to the Instant Pot and seal the lid.
2. Cook at high pressure for 1 minute, followed by a natural pressure release.
3. Turn the Instant Pot to sauté and cook the sauce for about 5 more minutes to thicken.
4. Serve warm or cold. 

How To Thicken Blueberry Sauce Without Cornstarch

You may find that your sauce is not as thick as you like it. This is due to the variation of the water content of the fruit. The blueberry compote will naturally thicken a little more as it cools, but if it’s still not thick enough, you can fix it without cornstarch. Here’s what to do:

1. Remove the blueberries from the sauce using a slotted spoon. 
2. Bring the sauce to a boil for 2-3 minutes until it starts to thicken a little more. 
3. Return the blueberries to the sauce and allow it to cool. 

How To Use This Blueberry Sauce

This blueberry sauce can be used at every meal from breakfast through dessert. It is incredibly versatile and we have used it in so many different ways. Here are some of our favorites.

• Pancakes
• Buttermilk Waffles
• Oatmeal
• Yogurt
• Toast
• French Toast
• With Crackers and Cream Cheese
• Granola
• Cheesecakes
• Roasted Pork or Chicken
• Ice Cream

Pro Tips 

• Use REAL maple syrup, not pancake syrup. 
• No maple syrup? You can substitute an equal amount of honey.
• If you want a sweeter sauce, increase the amount of maple syrup. 
• If you make this with frozen berries you may need to increase the thickening time. 
• The sauce will thicken even more as the blueberry compote recipe cools. 
• Cook time listed does not include the time it takes for Instant Pot to come up to pressure or for the pressure to release.

Delicious Variations

• Use Other Fruits – Make compotes with other fruits like raspberries, strawberries, mango, and even pineapple. 
• Swap the Citrus – Try orange juice or lime juice instead of lemon.
• Add Flavor – Mix in a bit of vanilla or almond extract.
• Add Spice – Boil a cinnamon stick with the mixture and remove before serving. 

Make Ahead And Storage

• Prep Ahead – This sauce is good warm or cold, so there isn’t much prep work needed. If you are using frozen berries, you don’t even need to defrost them!
• Store – This sauce can be kept in a sealed container (I like to use a mason jar) in the fridge for about 5 days – if it lasts that long. 
• Freeze – If you have an abundance of berries, you can make the compote and freeze it for later. Allow the cooked compote to cool completely. Pour into a freezer-safe bag or jar. Label and freeze. Defrost overnight in the fridge. 

FAQs

Weight Watchers Points

There is 1 Blue Plan SmartPoint in one serving of this.

More Recipes You May Like

• Easy Honey Butter.
• Strawberry Jam.
• Instant Pot Cherry Jam.
• Slow Cooker Pumpkin Butter.
• Instant Pot Pumpkin Butter.

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