Blueberry Compote (Blueberry Sauce) + Instant Pot Blueberry Compote

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Learn how to make blueberry compote on your  stovetop (or Instant Pot) in just 15 minutes using simple ingredients. This versatile sauce can be poured on, mixed in, and slathered on some of your favorite breakfast and snack foods or even used in desserts. 

Suitable for Gluten Free and Vegan diets. Post includes Weight Watchers points.

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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.

close up of homemade blueberry compote over yogurt in a bowl with a spoon tucked in

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.  
the ingredients needed for making blueberry compote

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. 
image collage showing the steps for making blueberry compote on the stovetop

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. 
image collage showing the steps for making instant pot blueberry compote

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.

a jar full of homemade blueberry compote with a teaspoon next to it

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. 
A bowl with blueberry sauce over some yogurt with a spoon tucked in on the side

FAQs

What Is Compote?

Compote is made from pieces or whole fruit cooked in a sugary syrup. It’s typically a little less sweet than a jam and cooks much quicker. You can also make it in small batches.

Can I Can This Blueberry Compote?

This small-batch recipe is intended for immediate use (within 5 days) or to be frozen. It is not a tested or approved canning recipe.

Can I Make This With Frozen Berries?

Yes! I love to freeze blueberries in the summer and pull them out to make compote during the winter months. Follow the recipe exactly as written using frozen blueberries. The only change you need to make is to increase the cooking time by a few minutes to allow the blueberries to defrost.

Weight Watchers Points

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

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Blueberry Compote + Instant Pot Blueberry Compote

This simple blueberry sauce is made in 15 mintues with only 4 ingredients.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan
Servings: 10
Calories: 43kcal
Author: Bintu Hardy

Ingredients

  • 1 pound (453g) blueberries – fresh or frozen
  • 3 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoon lemon juice
  • lemon zest

Instructions

Stovetop Instructions

  • Add the blueberries, syrup, lemon zest and lemon juice to a saucepan.
  • Leave the pan uncovered and bring it to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat for a vigorous simmer for 7-10 minutes (uncovered) until berries have burst and sauce thickens.
  • You can serve the blueberry compote warm or cold.

Instant Pot Instructions

  • Add the blueberries, syrup, lemon zest and lemon juice to the Instant Pot insert.
  • Cover and seal your pot. Press Pressure Cook/Manual on high pressure for 1 minute.
  • Allow for a natural pressure release.
  • Open the Instant Pot and turn on the sauté setting and cook for about 5 minutes to thicken the sauce.
  • You can serve blueberry sauce warm or cold.
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Notes

  • 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 cooking time
  • The sauce will thicken even more as the blueberry compote recipe cools. 
  • There is just 1 WW Blue Plan SmartPoint in one serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 43kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 52mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 25IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1mg

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