Everywhere I look lately, bloggers are posting their favorite oatmeal recipes. And rightly so. The leaves are changing, the temperatures are falling, and it’s quickly becoming the season for warm, comforting recipes. I like a nice bowl of warm, spiced oatmeal on a cool morning, too. But, to be honest, I get tired of it pretty quickly. I enjoy a little something different once in a while.
This Pear and Apple Compote with Yogurt and Granola is a great alternative to our everyday oatmeal. It’s warm and deliciously comforting and just different enough not to be boring! A bowl of granola topped with a bit of Greek yogurt and fruit. My idea of a perfect autumn breakfast. Yum!
Tired of oatmeal? Try this Pear & Apple Compote with Yogurt and Granola for a change. Click To Tweet
Use whatever varieties of apples and pears you like for this recipe. I used Honeycrisp apples this time along with two gorgeous red Bartlett pears just because that’s what I had on hand. Granny Smith apples are a good choice, too.
Peel and core the apples and pears and cut them into similar sized chunks.
Place the fruit, along with the sugar, cinnamon, and water, in a heavy bottomed sauce pan. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cook 15-20 minutes or until the pears and apples are soft. The cooking time is up to you. If you like your fruit a bit softer, cook longer. Stir frequently during the cooking time.
About halfway through cooking stir in the raisins. I wait to add them in so that they aren’t completely mushy. Again, up to you. If you like yours to turn to mush, add them at the start. I won’t judge :-)
Divide the granola among 4 bowls and top each with two tablespoons Greek yogurt and 1/4 of the pear-apple compote. Drizzle the milk or cream around the edges of the bowl. Dust the top with a bit of ground cinnamon if you like. Serve warm.
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Pear and Apple Compote with Yogurt and Granola
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–This post originally published October 10, 2014
More fruit compote recipes you might enjoy:
- Small Batch Cranberry Pear Compote from Small Bites
- Cornmeal Waffles with Blackberry Compote from Two Peas and Their Pod
- Blueberry Compote from Skinny Taste
- Apple, Ginger, and Cardamom Compote from Green Kitchen Stories
My husband loves pears so he’d love this!
I love pears, too, but rarely use them in cooking. They really add a great flavor to this recipe.
I love anything oats – and I would totally eat this for breakfast AND dessert. Perfect for the season!
I hadn’t thought of it, Heather, but this would be a nice dessert. Maybe swap out the Greek yogurt for frozen yogurt or ice cream.
I never really combine pear and apple, what a great idea!
They do make a nice combination. The flavors blend very well.
Perfect combination of flavors. So fall and so pretty!
Thanks, Melanie. It is just right for a cool Fall morning!
Yes this is a bright and fresh change from all the oatmeal recipes seen lately. Thanks for the idea!
We like it for a change, Melissa. Of course, we still enjoy our oatmeal, too!
Wonderful fall fruits together and I am sucker for anything with oats! Delish!
I would eat this for breakfast lunch dinner and dessert : )
Oh yes pear and apples are the perfect combination. Your recipe sounds great!
I love fall because it sooo easy to enjoy delish recipes like this one! Perfect!
There is nothing more comforting than fresh apples and pears. That warm compote sounds perfect with the yogurt and granola. So perfect for breakfast or dessert :)
YUM. That looks so warm and toasty — perfect for chilly mornings like today.
I love all the tastes and textures you have going on here, Lana. Lovely for breakfast…or any time.
MMM, this looks like a hug in a bowl! I adore cooked fruit, I so want this right now!
Absolutely love your creative idea with pear apple compote yogurt granola! Never seen something like this! Definitely i will try to make it too! Thx for sharing!
Amazing pear apple compote yogurt granola! Will have to try this for my family.
These pear and apple compote with yogurt and granola is so Instagrammable and adorable!! Can I post it on my blog? Thanks for sharing!
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