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    Mango Compote

    Published: Oct 27, 2021 / Updated: Oct 27, 2021 by Adelyn

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    This 3-ingredient mango compote recipe is a sweet dessert and can be used as a topping for ice cream or any dessert. You can also serve this at breakfast with your toast. 

    mango compote on white bowl

    Why this recipe works

    • Easy mango dessert recipe uses only 3 ingredients. Two of those ingredients are probably available at home. 
    • This compote recipe may use overripe fresh mango fruit so that those don’t go to waste. 

    What goes into this recipe

    ingredients for making mango compote

    Ingredients Notes and Substitutions

    Mango - You will need fresh ripe mango for this recipe. You can also use frozen mango as a substitute, but you will have to thaw it first. Next, you need to peel the mangoes. Then, finally, you can slice, chop or dice them. 

    Lemon juice - You can substitute fresh lemon juice with lime juice or calamansi juice.

    Sugar -  You can substitute this with honey for a healthier option. 

    How to make this recipe

    Step 1: Combine all the ingredients, then let it sit for 5-10 minutes.

    combine sugar,lemon juice, and mangoes in a clear bowl

    Step 2: In a pan over medium heat, add the mangoes. 

    mangoes in a pan

    Step 3: Simmer for 8-10 minutes. 

    mangoes simmering in a pan

    How and what to serve

    This dessert can be served warm or chilled. 

    As a topping for:

    • Cake
    • Cheesecake 
    • Ice cream
    • French toast
    • Pancakes 
    • Waffles 
    • Yogurt 

    Freezing and Storing Instructions

    You may store this in the fridge in an airtight container for 5 days. 

    Variations 

    You can add spices like cinnamon, cloves, lemon zest, and orange zest. 

    mango compote in bowl

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    mango compote on a small white bowl.

    Mango Compote

    This 3-ingredient mango compote recipe is a sweet dessert and can be used as a topping for ice cream or any dessert. You can also serve this at breakfast with your toast.
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    Cuisine: European
    Course: Dessert
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 171kcal
    Author: Adelyn

    Ingredients

    • 3 cups peeled and chopped ripe mango
    • ½ cup white sugar
    • 1-2 teaspoons lemon juice
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    Instructions

    • Combine the mangoes, sugar, and lemon juice. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes.
    • In a pan over medium heat, add the chopped mango, sugar, and lemon juice.
    • Simmer for 8-10 minutes. Serve warm or chilled.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 171kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 210mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 42g | Vitamin A: 1339IU | Vitamin C: 46mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg
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