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Ingredients
1kgapples
12pitted dates
juice of 1/2 lemon
250mlwater
1tspvanilla extract - to taste
1tspcinnamon - to taste
Instructions
Peel and core the apples. Cut into small chunks and place in a saucepan.
1 kg apples
Add the very finely chopped dates.
12 pitted dates
Add the lemon juice and water. Cook covered under medium/ high heat until apples have puréed. Make sure you stir frequently so the compote does not stick to the bottom of the pan. It should take around 20 minutes.
juice of 1/2 lemon, 250 ml water
When the apple are cooked purée them into a compote completely with a fork. Leave to cool down a little.
Add cinnamon and vanilla to taste.
1 tsp vanilla extract - to taste, 1 tsp cinnamon - to taste
This apple compote can be eaten warm, at room temperature or cold. It will keep in the fridge in an airtight container for at least 7 days.