Cherry Almond Oatmeal Recipes

OVERNIGHT CHERRY-ALMOND OATMEAL

Steps:

• In a 3-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray, combine all ingredients. Cook, covered, on low until oats are tender, 7-8 hours., Stir before serving. If desired, serve with additional milk.

HEALTHY CHERRY ALMOND OATMEAL SMOOTHIE

Steps:

• In a small bowl, stir together the oats and 1/4 cup hot water, and rest for 5 minutes.
• In the pitcher of a blender, add the oat mixture, the cherries, yogurt, 2 tablespoons cold water, the honey, almond extract and a pinch of salt. Blend on high speed until very smooth. Pour into a glass and serve immediately.

PRESSURE-COOKER CHERRY-ALMOND OATMEAL

Steps:

• In a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker coated with cooking spray, combine first 6 ingredients. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 12 minutes. Allow pressure to naturally release for 10 minutes, then quick-release any remaining pressure. Serve with additional almond milk if desired.

CHERRY-ALMOND BAKED OATMEAL

Steps:

• Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.
• Spray a 9x7 casserole dish (can use 9x9 dish or the ramekins) with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
• In large bowl, combine first 7 ingredients. Stir well & pour evenly into prepared dish or ramekins. Set aside.
• In a large saucepan, combine milk, brown sugar & butter to a boil. Watch closely, as it will foam up & boil over very quickly.
• When the mixture boils, remove from heat & stir in the almond extract.
• Pour boiling mixture over dry ingredients in casserole dish or ramekins. Stir gently to distribute evenly.
• Bake uncovered in 350 degree oven for 30-35 minutes or until the milk is absorbed & oats are tender. Timing will vary by a few minutes depending on the size of your dish or ramekins.
• Can be served with milk, butter or syrup, but my family prefers to eat it plain.