Citrus Compote With Honey and Golden Raisins

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 1

Citrus Compote With Honey and Golden Raisins Recipe for a Refreshing Dessert

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 cups sweet dessert wine , such as late-harvest gewurztraminer , late-harvest riesling , french sauternes or 2 cups muscat wine , de beaumes-de-v
	1 cup fresh orange juice
	2 tablespoons honey
	1/2 vanilla bean
	1/2 cup golden raisin
	5 seedless oranges
	2 grapefruits ( see note )
	3 kiwi fruits

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

180

Sugar

28g

Fat

This Citrus Compote is the perfect dessert to beat the summer heat. The combination of sweet wine, honey, and golden raisins add a rich flavor to the dish which complements the tanginess of citrus fruits. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for any occasion. The colorful and refreshing layers of fruits in this dessert make it visually appealing and a crowd-pleaser. The dessert is best served chilled and can be enjoyed as a healthy option to satisfy your sweet cravings.

Instructions

1.	In a saucepan, combine sweet dessert wine, fresh orange juice, honey, and a split vanilla bean.
2.	Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently.
3.	Add the golden raisins and cook for 10 minutes.
4.	Meanwhile, slice the oranges, grapefruits, and kiwi fruits into bite-sized pieces.
5.	Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool.
6.	Layer the fruit in serving bowls or glasses and spoon the compote on top.
7.	Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.

PROS

This citrus compote is a refreshing and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion.

The combination of sweet wine, honey, and golden raisins adds a rich flavor to the dish.

It is also a great way to include seasonal fruits in your diet.

CONS

This dessert is high in sugar content due to the added honey and high sugar content of fruits used in the dish.

This dessert is not recommended for those who are counting their calorie intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Citrus fruits are known for their high vitamin C content, which helps in boosting immunity and maintaining healthy skin and hair.
The golden raisins in this recipe are a good source of fiber, iron, and potassium.
They also contain antioxidants that help in fighting harmful free radicals in the body.