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Bourbon-Balsamic Fig Compote

Appetizer 🧄Dessert 🍰Side Dish 🥗 Vegetarian 🥦Vegan 🌱Plant-Based 🌻

Bourbon-Balsamic Fig Compote balances deep caramel notes from bourbon with tangy balsamic and bright lemon, creating a jammy texture studded with tender figs. It’s richly sweet with a gentle kick, perfect for spooning over blue cheese, creamy brie, or crisp crackers. Serve as an elegant appetizer for gatherings or to elevate a cheese board.

  • Prep10 min
  • Cook30 min
  • Serves12
  • DifficultyEasy
Bourbon-Balsamic Fig Compote
  1. 1

    Combine the figs, sugar, whiskey, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, and salt in a small saucepan and bring to a boil.

  2. 2

    Reduce the heat and simmer until the liquid is reduced by half.

  3. 3

    Let cool before serving.

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