Thanksgiving Fruit Compote

Elevate your holiday table with this Thanksgiving Fruit Compote, a vibrant and flavorful blend of seasonal fruits and warm spices. Bursting with the tartness of fresh cranberries, the sweetness of apples, pears, and dried apricots, and the richness of orange juice and brown sugar, this dish is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. A dash of ground cloves and ginger, paired with a fragrant cinnamon stick, adds a cozy, spiced aroma that’s just right for the season. Simmered to perfection in under 30 minutes, this versatile compote can be served warm or chilled, making it an ideal accompaniment to turkey, ham, or even as a dessert topping. Garnish with crunchy pecans for an irresistible finishing touch. Whether you're hosting Thanksgiving dinner or a festive brunch, this easy-to-make dish promises to be a crowd-pleaser that’s both elegant and comforting.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh cranberries
• 2 medium apple (peeled, cored, and diced)
• 1 large pear (peeled, cored, and diced)
• 1 cup orange juice
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 1 whole cinnamon stick
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
• 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger
• 0.5 cup dried apricots (chopped)
• 0.5 cup raisins
• 0.5 cup water
• 0.25 cup chopped pecans (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the cranberries thoroughly and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the orange juice, water, and brown sugar. Stir until the sugar has dissolved.

Step 3

Add the cinnamon stick, ground cloves, and ground ginger to the saucepan. Heat the mixture over medium heat until it begins to simmer.

Step 4

Stir in the cranberries, diced apples, diced pear, chopped dried apricots, and raisins.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the fruit softens and the mixture thickens slightly.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from heat and discard the cinnamon stick.

Step 7

Allow the compote to cool slightly before serving. It can be served warm or chilled, depending on your preference.

Step 8

If desired, garnish with chopped pecans for added crunch and serve alongside your favorite Thanksgiving dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1616.1 grams (1616.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1565

Total Fat 22.90g	29%
Saturated Fat 2.10g	11%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 68mg	3%
Total Carbohydrate 359.00g	131%
Dietary Fiber 45.60g	163%
Total Sugars 269.80g
Protein 14.60g	29%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 292mg	22%
Iron 7mg	38%
Potassium 3115mg	66%

*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: 12.1%

Protein: 3.4%

Carbs: 84.4%