Sour Cherry Compote with Yogurt
A tangy dessert with tart cherries and creamy yogurt, balanced with a hint of honey for sweetness. This recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, brings together cherries, sugar, honey for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 4, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. 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.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs (sweet or sour varieties) cherries
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cup (plain, full-fat) yogurt
- 1/4 cup (optional) chopped nuts
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a saucepan, combine 1.5 lbs cherries, 1/4 cup sugar, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 10-15 minutes until the cherries soften and the mixture thickens.
- Step 2: Let the compote cool slightly, then transfer to a bowl. Stir in 1/2 tsp cinnamon and 1 cup plain yogurt until well combined.
- Step 3: Serve chilled, optionally topped with 1/4 cup chopped nuts for texture and crunch.
