Pressure Cooker Apple-Pear Compote

Total Time:Prep: 20 min. Cook: 10 min. + releasing

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Updated on Oct. 24, 2022

Apples and pears are almost always popular, so this warm, comforting dessert recipe is great for potlucks or other get-togethers. I also like to add raisins or chopped nuts to the compote, and for a more adult flavor I add 1/3 cup brandy or rum.—Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada

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Pressure Cooker Apple-Pear Compote

Yield:8 cups
Prep:20 min
Cook:10 min

Ingredients

  • 5 medium apples, peeled and chopped
  • 3 medium pears, chopped
  • 1 medium orange, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1/3 cup butter, cubed
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 5 tablespoons orange juice, divided
  • 4 teaspoons cornstarch
  • Whipped cream and toasted chopped pecans, optional
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Directions

  1. In a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker, combine the first 10 ingredients. Stir in 2 tablespoons orange juice. Lock lid; make sure vent is closed. Select manual setting; adjust pressure to high, and set time for 6 minutes. When finished cooking, allow pressure to naturally release for 5 minutes, then quick-release any remaining pressure according to manufacturer's directions.
  2. Select saute setting and adjust for high heat; bring liquid to a boil. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and remaining orange juice until smooth; gradually stir into fruit mixture. Cook and stir until sauce is thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. If desired, top with whipped cream and pecans.
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