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Cherry-Almond Overnight Oats

Source of Recipe

From "The Honeysuckle Cookbook" by Dzung Lewis


Recipe Introduction

"This is a healthier twist on French clafoutis, the dessert traditionally made with cherries and sometimes almond extract. I like using frozen dark cherries, because they're available all year long, but using fresh cherries would also work if you're making these when cherries are in season."

List of Ingredients

◦ 1 cup fresh pitted or frozen cherries
◦ 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
◦ ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
◦ ½ cup whole milk
◦ ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
◦ ¼ teaspoon almond extract
◦ ½ cup rolled oats
◦ 1 tablespoon sliced almonds (optional)


Recipe

In a medium saucepan, combine ½ cup of the cherries, 2 tablespoons water, and the maple syrup and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the cherries have released their juices and softened, about 7 minutes. Give the cherries a gentle mash with a large fork or spoon and set aside to cool for 10 minutes.

In a bowl, stir together the yogurt, milk, vanilla, and almond extract. Add the cooled cherry compote and the oats and stir again. Pour the mixture into two 8-ounce jars or a large container and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight. (The oats keep well for up to three days.)

To serve, top with the remaining cherries and sliced almonds, if using.

Serves 2