Microwave Strawberry Compote

Name: Microwave Strawberry Compote
Prep time: 15

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15 min prep

2 servings

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3 ingredients

Microwave is the best way to cook this super-quick compote. Eat it on its own with some yogurt or spooned over a slice of simple pound cake for an easy dessert. It’s also a...

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2 cups strawberries, washed and hulled or 1 (10 ounce) bag frozen strawberries
2 teaspoons maple syrup to taste
1 tablespoon water

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

69 cals

Carbohydrates

18 g

Sugar

11 g

Fiber

3 g

Protein

1 g

Sodium

4 mg

Directions

Place the strawberries in a microwave-safe ceramic or Pyrex bowl and sprinkle with the sugar and water. Cover with a ceramic plate and cook at high power for 2 minutes.
Remove from the microwave and uncover carefully, as there will be steam. Stir the fruit to mix. Cover with the plate again and return to the microwave. Cook at high power for 1 minute more, then leave it covered in the oven to steam for 5 to 10 minutes. That''s it!

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