Kompot

A chilled Eastern European fruit soup with soft summer fruit

preptime10 min
cooktime30 min
servings6-8 bowls
Ingredients

Ingredients:

  • 5 apricots, halved and pitted

  • 7 black plums, halved and pitted

  • 1 handful raisins

  • 3 apples, peeled, cored, and sliced

  • 1 pear, peeled, cored, and sliced

  • Water (to cover the fruit)

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract or a small piece of vanilla bean

  • 3-5 tbsp sugar, or to taste

Preparation

Preparation:

  1. Place all the fruit in a large pot

  2. Add enough water to just cover the fruit

  3. Add vanilla and 3 tbsp sugar to start (you can adjust later)

  4. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a gentle simmer

  5. Simmer for about 30 minutes, or until all the fruit is very soft

  6. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed

  7. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature

  8. Transfer to the fridge and chill thoroughly before serving

Notes

Notes:

  • Kompot is a traditional cold fruit soup served across Eastern Europe, often as a summer dessert

  • Unlike a drink, it's served in a bowl with a spoon and includes whole pieces of soft fruit

  • You can add lemon peel, cinnamon, or cloves for a spiced version

  • Dried apricots or cherries are commonly used in winter when fresh fruit isn't available

  • The liquid deepens in color and flavor as it chills — perfect on hot days

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