Night Light Berry Compote with Vanilla

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A velvety, jewel-toned berry compote simmered with vanilla and a hint of star anise, served warm for a glowing dessert. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, layers Mixed berries, Maple syrup, Vanilla bean into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 160 calories and feeds 2, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 American cuisine 160 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Halve 1/2 of 2 cups mixed berries (e.g., raspberries and blackberries) and set aside. Place remaining berries in a saucepan with 3 tablespoons maple syrup, 1/2 vanilla bean (split and scraped), 1 star anise, and 1 teaspoon lemon juice.
  2. Step 2: Simmer over medium-low heat for 12 minutes, stirring occasionally until berries burst and the mixture thickens to a glossy consistency that coats the back of a spoon.
  3. Step 3: Remove vanilla bean and star anise. Stir in the halved berries and continue simmering for 3 more minutes until they soften but retain shape and the compote glows with deep red color.

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