Fruit Spread

Elevate your breakfast and desserts with this easy homemade Fruit Spread, a vibrant and versatile recipe bursting with fresh, fruity flavor! Made with just five simple ingredients—your choice of fruit (like strawberries, blueberries, or peaches), a touch of sugar, a splash of zesty lemon juice, and a cornstarch slurry for the perfect thickness—this spread comes together in only 25 minutes. Whether you prefer a chunky texture or a silky-smooth finish, this customizable recipe caters to your taste. Perfect as a topping for toast, pancakes, and yogurt, or even as a filling for desserts, this fruit spread is a delightful way to enjoy the natural sweetness of your favorite fruits. Plus, it’s refrigerator-friendly, staying fresh for up to 2 weeks. Make mornings extra special with this quick, homemade treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Fruit (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, or peaches)
• 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch

Directions

Step 1

Wash and prepare the fruit: If using fresh fruit, rinse thoroughly and remove any stems or pits. If using frozen fruit, ensure it is slightly thawed.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the fruit, granulated sugar, and lemon juice. Stir to mix and allow the sugar to begin dissolving (about 1-2 minutes).

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the fruit begins to release its juices and break down (around 5-7 minutes).

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix the water and cornstarch until fully dissolved.

Step 5

Pour the cornstarch mixture into the saucepan with the fruit and stir well to combine. Continue cooking on medium heat for another 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from the heat. If a smoother texture is desired, use an immersion blender or transfer the mixture to a blender to puree. For a chunkier spread, skip this step.

Step 7

Allow the fruit spread to cool completely. Transfer to a clean, airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.

Step 8

Serve as a topping for toast, pancakes, yogurt, or desserts, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	623.4 grams (623.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	633

Total Fat 1.00g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 160.60g	58%
Dietary Fiber 9.60g	34%
Total Sugars 143.20g
Protein 3.90g	8%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 50mg	4%
Iron 2mg	8%
Potassium 730mg	16%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.3%

Protein: 2.3%

Carbs: 96.3%