Spiced Apple and Cardamom Compote

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A fragrant, lightly sweet compote featuring tart apples simmered with warm cardamom and a hint of citrus, ideal for serving over yogurt or ice cream. This African-inspired recipe (vegan, gluten-free), ready in about 25 minutes, layers honeycrisp apples, ground cardamom, orange zest 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 110 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 African cuisine 110 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Peel and core 3 medium honeycrisp apples, then dice into 1/2-inch cubes. Place in a medium saucepan with 1/2 cup water, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 2 tbsp honey.
  2. Step 2: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then add 1 tsp ground cardamom and 1 tbsp orange zest. Stir to combine.
  3. Step 3: Simmer uncovered for 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples are tender but still hold their shape and the liquid has thickened slightly.
  4. Step 4: Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes. The compote will continue to thicken as it cools. Serve warm or chilled.

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