Apple compote
The Elstar apple was created by Arie Schaap in the village of Elst in the Netherlands, after which the apple was named. This apple is famous for its tart flavour and is perfect to use in both cold and hot preparations.
Makes 1500g.

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Ingredients
1500 |
g |
apples, Elstar |
360 |
g |
light brown sugar |
360 |
g |
apple cider |
3 |
|
cinnamon sticks |
4 |
g |
Maldon salt |
Preparation method
- Peel and slice the apples.
- Slowly bring the sliced apples, sugar, apple cider, and cinnamon sticks to the boil.
- Spoon the apples into a preserving jar.
- Reduce the liquid with the cinnamon sticks to half.
- Pour the liquid over the apples and season with the Maldon salt.
Serving suggestions
- As part of a dessert with yoghurt, coffee, or chocolate.
- As a basis for further preparation to create a sorbet, gel, or meringue.
- Delicious served with a cheese platter.