30 calories | 8g carbs | 0g fat (0g sat fat) | 0g protein | 0mg sodium | 1g fiber | 7g total sugar (5g added sugar) per serving
Serves 8.Cost varies
This heart-healthy recipe is the perfect topping for pancakes or toast.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh fruit, chopped if needed (can also substitute with frozen fruit)
- 2 tablespoons water
- 3 tablespoons sugar or honey
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Combine 1 cup of the fruit, water, sugar, and lemon juice in a small saucepan and cook over medium high heat until mixture comes to a boil
- Add the rest of the fruit, lower to medium heat and cook for another 5-8 minutes, stirring frequently
- Remove from heat and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Fruit Options:
Pears, apples, oranges, peaches, blueberries, cranberries, strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, cherries, or any combination of these.
Flavor Options:
Lemon zest, orange zest, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, vanilla extract, fresh mint leaves.
Uses:
Serve over oatmeal, plain yogurt, spread on toast with any nut butter, top pancakes, waffles, French toast, cheese and crackers.