Blackberry compote for cheesecake
Blackberry compote is a sweet-tart fruit sauce made by simmering fresh or frozen blackberries with sugar and a splash of lemon juice until they break down into a thick, glossy topping. It's a classic accompaniment for cheesecake, providing a vibrant, juicy contrast to the rich, creamy dessert. While its exact origins are tied to general European fruit preservation techniques, it is a staple in American and British dessert cuisine.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This compote is primarily a source of carbohydrates from natural fruit sugars and added sweetener, with minimal fat or protein. It provides a good amount of dietary fiber, vitamin C, and manganese, with a typical serving containing roughly 80-120 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 90 kcal |
| Protein | 0.5 g |
| Carbs | 22 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 18 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
| Vitamin C | 12 mg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin K | 5 µg |
| Potassium | 115 mg |
| Magnesium | 10 mg |
| Iron | 0.3 mg |
Per 1/4 cup (80 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Unlike many fruit toppings that are strained into a smooth syrup, a rustic blackberry compote often retains bits of fruit and seeds, adding texture. Nutritionally, blackberries are among the highest-fiber fruits, and their deep purple color comes from anthocyanins, powerful antioxidants linked to various health benefits.
