The difference between a berry coulis and a compote lies in its texture, consistency, and preparation method. Berry coulis A coulis is a smooth, thin sauce made from puréed fruits, typically berries. It has a silky consistency, similar to syrup or sauce. The coulis is usually strained to remove seeds or fibrous bits, resulting in a smooth texture. It is often used as a sauce or drizzled over desserts, such as cakes, pastries, or ice cream. Berry compote In contrast, a compote is a chunky, cooked fruit mixture. It is made by gently simmering fruits with a sweetener and sometimes other flavorings. Compote retains the texture of the fruits, with softened pieces of fruit still intact. It has a thicker, spoonable consistency with a syrup-like sauce. The chunky sauce can be eaten as a fruit topping for breakfast foods like pancakes, waffles, or yogurt. It can also be used as a filling for pastries, incorporated into baked goods, or served alongside desserts.