Slow-Simmered Aperol and Orange Compote

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A sweet-tart compote made with fresh oranges and Aperol, simmered to a silky consistency for desserts or breakfast. This Italian-inspired recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, layers Oranges, Aperol, Honey 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 100 calories and feeds 4, 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 4 Italian cuisine 100 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Peel and segment 2 medium oranges, removing all white pith.
  2. Step 2: In a medium saucepan, combine orange segments, 1/4 cup Aperol, 2 tablespoons honey, 1/4 cup water, and 1 cinnamon stick.
  3. Step 3: Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then cook for 15 minutes until oranges are tender and sauce has thickened slightly, removing cinnamon stick before serving.

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