Delicious sweet preserve
Here are the top reasons to make this homemade peach compote at home:
Excellent flavor and the peaches stay nicely firm
A natural way to preserve fruit
A great way to use peaches when they’re in season
A popular recipe for homemade pantry staples, loved by both kids and adults
All the ingredients for this recipe can be found at your local Lidl store
Preparation – Step by Step
Prepare the peaches
Wash the peaches thoroughly, peel them (this is easy after blanching), remove the pits, and cut into halves or wedges.Make the sugar syrup
In a pot, bring water and sugars to a boil until the sugar is completely dissolved. Add lemon juice and a cinnamon stick.Fill the jars
Place the peaches into sterilized jars and pour in the hot syrup to the top.Pasteurize
Seal the jars and place them in a large pot with water (the water should reach 3/4 of the jar height).
Simmer gently (pasteurize) for about 5 minutes.Store
Once cooled, store the jars in a dark, cool place. The compote will keep for at least 12 months.
Ideas for Using Peach Compote
As a dessert with a spoonful of whipped cream
Added to yogurt or cereal for a wholesome breakfast
In fruit cakes or sponge cakes
As a natural refreshment in drinks
For children, as a substitute for store-bought fruit purees
How to make Peach Compote at home (video)
Watch this short video to master making peach compote at home.
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Made in collaboration with Lidl Slovenija d.o.o. k.d.
METHOD
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preparation
Place a large pot filled with water over medium heat. Add the peaches and cook for 2 minutes, then quickly transfer them to a large bowl filled with ice and cold water to stop the cooking process. Peel the peaches and cut them into wedges of your desired size, or simply halve them. Transfer to a bowl.
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sugar syrup
In a large pot, combine water, gelling sugar, sugar, and vanilla extract. Add a cinnamon stick for flavor and bring the mixture to a boil. Cook for 10 minutes until the sugar dissolves and a clear mixture forms. Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon juice.
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Peach compote
Fill the sterilized jars with peaches up to three-quarters full and pour in the sugar syrup, leaving about two centimeters of space from the top. Seal the jars tightly. Place a rolled-up kitchen towel or a rack at the bottom of a large pot. Add the jars and pasteurize the compote by covering them with water, bringing it to a boil over medium heat, then simmering gently with the lid on for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and let sit for 5 minutes, then transfer to the counter to cool slowly. Store in a cool, dark place or serve. The compote will keep for up to one year in the pantry.
