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Slow Cooker Plum Cinnamon Compote for Easy Homemade Fruit Dessert Toppings
Make this easy Slow Cooker Plum Cinnamon Compote recipe with ripe plums, cinnamon, vanilla, ginger, and honey; a simple homemade fruit compote for yoghurt, porridge, pancakes, waffles, and desserts.
Why You Will Love and Enjoy This Slow Cooker Plum Cinnamon Compote
- It’s wonderfully simple: A handful of ingredients and the slow cooker does most of the work.
- It’s easy to use: Spoon it over yoghurt, porridge, pancakes, waffles or ice cream.
- It’s easy to adjust: Make it smoother or chunkier, and add a little more honey if your plums are particularly tart.
Additional Information
- Can this be frozen? Yes. Allow the plum compote to cool completely, then transfer it to a freezer-safe container or freezer bag. Leave a little room for expansion and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and stir well before serving. You can gently warm it on the stovetop if you prefer it hot.
- How long can it be stored and how? Store cooled plum compote in a clean, airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Always use a clean spoon when serving and discard it if you notice any mould, unusual odour or signs of spoilage.
- Can I use different plums? Absolutely. Any ripe, juicy plums will work. The flavour and colour may vary depending on the variety. Very tart plums may need a little extra honey, while naturally sweet plums may need less.
- Can I use maple syrup instead of honey? Yes. Replace the 2 tsp honey with 2 tsp maple syrup, adjusting to taste.
- Can I leave out the ginger? Yes. If you don’t enjoy ginger, simply leave out the 1/4 tsp ground ginger. You can also add a little extra cinnamon if you prefer.
- Can I make it without vanilla essence? Yes. The 1/2 tsp vanilla essence can be left out, although it adds a lovely background flavour.
- Do I need to peel the plums? No. There’s no need to peel the plums. The skins soften as they cook and add colour and flavour to the finished compote.
- Can I make the compote less sweet? Yes. Start with 1 tsp honey or leave it out completely, then taste the finished compote once the plums have softened. Add more honey if needed.
- Can I make it smoother? Yes. Cook the plums until they’re very soft, then mash them with a fork or potato masher. For an especially smooth compote, use an immersion blender, but be careful if the mixture is still hot.
- What can I serve with it? Try it with plain or Greek yogurt, oatmeal, porridge, pancakes, waffles, French toast, rice pudding or vanilla ice cream. It’s also lovely spooned over a simple slice of cake.
Slow Cooker Plum Cinnamon Compote
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 1 1/2 cups 1x
- Category: Condiments
- Method: Easy Cooking
Description
This Slow Cooker Plum Cinnamon Compote turns ripe plums into a soft, fragrant treat with cinnamon, vanilla, ginger, and a touch of honey. It’s simple to make, and you will love spooning it over yoghurt, porridge, pancakes, or even a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
Instructions
Slow Cooker
- Wash 400 g ripe plums, cut them in half, and remove the stones.
- If the plums are especially large, cut them into quarters so they cook down a little faster.
- Place the 400 g halved plums, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp vanilla essence, 1/4 tsp ground ginger, 2 tsp honey and 1 Tbsp water into the slow cooker. Give everything a good stir.
- Cover and cook on High for 2 to 3 hours, stirring every 30 to 45 minutes. The exact cooking time will depend on how ripe and juicy your plums are. You’re looking for very soft fruit that has broken down into a thick, spoonable compote.
- If you like a chunkier compote, stop cooking while some plum pieces are still visible.
- For a smoother texture, continue cooking until the plums have almost completely disintegrated, then give the compote a good stir.
- Let the plum compote cool for a few minutes before serving.
- It will thicken a little more as it cools. Spoon it over yogurt, porridge, pancakes, waffles or ice cream.
Stovetop Method
- Place the 400 g halved plums, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp vanilla essence, 1/4 tsp ground ginger, 2 tsp honey and 1 Tbsp water in a saucepan.
- Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the plums are very soft and have broken down to your preferred consistency, usually about 20 to 30 minutes.
Notes
Prepared, tried, and tested by Preshana
A few ripe plums, a little spice and the slow cooker does the rest.
Slow Cooker Plum Cinnamon Compote gives ripe plums a delicious purpose with very little hands-on effort. The fruit softens into a fragrant compote with cinnamon, vanilla, ginger and honey that can be spooned over yoghurt, pancakes, porridge, waffles or ice cream. It’s an easy recipe to make when plums are plentiful, and the finished compote is versatile enough to keep breakfast and dessert interesting all week.
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