Compote recipes

Weekend brunch or dessert for two, whatever the occasion this is pure indulgence on a plate

This soft and creamy cheesecake makes a suitably impressive and indulgent end to a dinner party

This panna cotta-style dessert reminds Mary Cadogan of the milk lollies she enjoyed as a girl

American-style pancakes make a special weekend breakfast. You can even make the batter the night before

Serve as it is, or with a dollop of mind-that-waistline mascarpone

Make a batch of these pancakes for a delicious low-cal breakfast. With wholemeal flour to make them more filling, they're topped with an easy blueberry sauce

Cinnamon, cardamom and nutmeg flavour this healthier rice pudding served with a naturally sweetened, chunky berry sauce

Make time for a nutritious, healthy breakfast to set you up for the day. Porridge goes perfectly with our quick berry compote, figs and pistachio topping

Start the day in style with an indulgent stack of pancakes, topped with compote made from frozen fruits

This light and sumptuous frozen dessert bar by Jason Atherton is technically tricky but worth it for the stunning finish

Sugar and lemon is good - but put in a bit more effort and wow your pancake party guests

These citrus set puddings are deliciously creamy and zesty, topped with a boozy compote and puff pastry palmiers to dip

These light and fluffy pancakes make a great weekend brunch dish. Serve with poached apples, dates and pears spiced with cinnamon

Finish creamy oats with a subtly spiced, fruity topping of cinnamon, cardamom and maple syrup for a warming breakfast or weekend brunch

Make comforting porridge even more creamy with coconut milk. Stew oranges and cranberries for the topping, then sprinkle on toasted coconut

This mouth-watering recipe for pan-fried Dover sole, paired with tender new potatoes and a fresh tomato compote is the perfect fish supper for two

This smooth duck liver parfait with a hint of Grand Marnier and Morello cherry jam can be made ahead, ready for a dinner party. Serve on toast as a starter or canapé

This sophisticated dish makes an elegant dinner party starter, balancing the sweetness of the apple and malt loaf with a tangy vinaigrette