Simple Strawberry Compote (Jam)
Simple to make homemade strawberry jam using only 3 ingredients and ready in 30 minutes or less.
Servings 1 cup
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, about 1 lb.
- 3 Tbsp agave nectar
- 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- a couple pinches of cinnamon, optional
Instructions
- Add the strawberries to a heavy bottom saucepan and add the agave nectar and stir together - let sit for a minute so the strawberries will release a little juice
- Place the saucepan on the stove over medium heat and bring to a boil
- As the strawberries are coming to a boil, mash them roughly with a potato masher or a spoon so that some of the berries are crushed, stir regularly
- When the mixture comes to a boil, add the fresh lemon juice, a couple pinches of cinnamon (optional) and stir
- Turn down the heat and cook about 15 minutes or so until the compote thickens. **It will continue to thicken as it cools**
- When it has cooled, spoon the compote into a small glass jar and use right away or refrigerate
- This compote makes a delicious topping for toast, pancakes, yogurt, cake, etc.