Healthy Apple Pear Compote (WW Friendly)

I love making this simple apple pear compote whenever I have extra fruit on hand. Fresh apples and pears simmered with a little lemon and cinnamon until tender, then I mash them and add just enough honey and maple syrup for natural sweetness.

Because most of the flavor comes from the fruit itself, this compote is healthy, WW friendly, and low in points. I have been enjoying it all week long—on top of oatmeal, stirred into yogurt, and even warmed up over a scoop of frozen yogurt for dessert.

Why You’ll Love This Apple Pear Compote

• Easy to make – this fruit compote comes together in about 30 minutes with just a few simple ingredients.
• Naturally sweetened – most of the flavor comes from the apples and pears, with just a touch of honey and maple syrup for balance.
• WW friendly – because fruit is zero points, this apple pear compote is low in WW points. You can adjust the sweetener to make it even lighter.
• Versatile – I enjoy it warm or chilled, by the spoonful, or as a topping for oatmeal, yogurt, pancakes, waffles, or even alongside pork or chicken.
• Make-ahead friendly – this compote keeps well in the fridge, so I like to make a big batch and enjoy it all week long.

Ingredients for Apple Pear Compote

• Apples – I like to use a mix of sweet and tart apples for the best flavor. Honeycrisp, Gala, or Fuji are naturally sweet, while Granny Smith adds a little tang. Any apples you have on hand will work.
• Pears – ripe pears make this compote naturally sweet. Bartlett, Bosc, or Anjou are all good choices.
• Water – just enough to help the fruit soften as it cooks.
• Fresh lemon juice – brightens the flavor and helps keep the fruit from turning brown.
• Ground cinnamon – adds a warm, cozy flavor that makes this fruit compote taste like fall.
• Honey – for natural sweetness. You can cut back or leave it out if your fruit is especially sweet.
• Maple syrup – gives depth of flavor and a hint of caramel-like sweetness. Swap in more honey or use a sugar-free syrup if you prefer.

How Many Calories and WW Points in this Fresh Pear Apple Compote?

According to my calculations, each generous 1/2 cup serving has about 135 calories.

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4 PointsPlus (Old plan)

How to Make this Simple Apple Pear Compote Step by Step

Step 1: Prep the fruit. I start by peeling, coring, and chopping the apples and pears into bite-sized chunks. The smaller you cut them, the quicker they’ll cook down.

Step 2: Combine the ingredients. Add the apples, pears, water, lemon juice, and cinnamon to a medium saucepan.

Step3: Cook until tender. Cover the pan and cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the fruit softens and begins to break down. This usually takes about 15–20 minutes.

Step 4: Mash the fruit. Once tender, I use a potato masher (affiliate link) to crush the fruit into a chunky compote. If you prefer it smoother, you can use an immersion blender (affiliate link).

Step 5: Sweeten to taste. Remove from the heat and stir in the honey and maple syrup. Taste and adjust the sweetness to your liking.

Step 6: Cool and enjoy. You can serve the compote warm right away or let it cool and refrigerate for later.

Recipe Notes

The inspiration for this apple pear compote came from Mireille Guiliano’s book French Women Don’t Get Fat. I have always loved her emphasis on freshness, balance, and pleasure with food. It reminded me that something as simple as gently cooked fruit can feel special and satisfying without being complicated.

I like to double the recipe so I have plenty on hand all week. It keeps well in the fridge and the flavor actually gets better after a day or two. If you want to make it even lighter for WW, you can reduce the honey and maple syrup, or swap in a sugar-free sweetener.

Feel free to experiment with different apple and pear varieties—each one gives the compote its own flavor twist. Sometimes I also add a pinch of nutmeg or ginger for extra warmth.

Ways to Enjoy Apple Pear Compote

One of the things I love most about this fruit compote is how versatile it is. Here are some of my favorite ways to enjoy it:

• On oatmeal – a warm spoonful of apple pear compote turns a simple bowl of oats into something cozy and special.
• With yogurt – I often layer it with Greek yogurt and a sprinkle of granola for a quick, healthy breakfast.
• Over pancakes or waffles – it makes a delicious, naturally sweet (affiliate link) topping that’s lighter than syrup.
• As a light dessert – warmed up and paired with frozen yogurt or a scoop of ice cream.
• In mini tarts – spooned into graham cracker shells or phyllo cups for a quick treat.
• With savory dishes – I like serving this WW friendly compote alongside roast pork or chicken for a sweet contrast. (Or use it in this simple 2-Ingredient Pork with Applesauce Recipe.)
• By the spoonful – sometimes I just enjoy it chilled straight from the fridge as a healthy snack.

If you liked this recipe for apple pear compote be sure to check out these delicious Weight Watchers French Recipes or these featuring apples and pears: Instant Pot Cinnamon Applesauce,  Healthy Baked Apples, WW Cinnamon Apple Stir-Fry Skinny Apple Brownies, Crock Pot Apple Compote, WW Apple Yogurt Parfait and Slow Cooker Apple Raspberry Cranberry Sauce

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Source: French Women for All Seasons: A Year of Secrets, Recipes and Pleasure (affiliate link) by Mireille Guiliano

More Healthy Apple and Pear Recipes

If you enjoyed this WW friendly apple pear compote, you may also like some of my other lightened-up fruit recipes. These easy dishes highlight the natural sweetness of apples and pears and are just as simple to make.

Instant Pot Cinnamon Applesauce is quick to prepare and makes a cozy side dish or snack. It’s also great for meal prep since it keeps well in the fridge.

Healthy Baked Apples are one of my favorite fall treats. Stuffed with warm spices and baked until tender, they taste like apple pie without the crust and are WW friendly too.

For a slow-cooked variation, my Crock Pot Apple Compote is another easy way to enjoy fruit compote. I love setting it up in the morning and coming back to a naturally sweet (affiliate link) dish that’s ready to serve.

And for something festive, try my Slow Cooker Apple Raspberry Cranberry Sauce. The mix of apples, raspberries, and cranberries is tangy-sweet and makes a perfect holiday side.