Cherry Almond Overnight Oats

Start your morning with a burst of flavor and nutrition with these Cherry Almond Overnight Oats! This delicious breakfast is packed with crunchy almonds, sweet cherries, and a hint of almond extract, all topped with chia seeds for an added crunch.

It’s the perfect way to fuel up for a busy day ahead!

Ready Time

14 hrs

Yields

6 servings

Ingredients

1 cup rolled oats
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon almond extract
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup chopped fresh cherries
1/4 cup sliced almonds
1 tablespoon chia seeds

Instructions

Start by combining the oats, almond milk, Greek yogurt, honey, almond extract, and kosher salt in a large mixing bowl. Whisk until the honey is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth.

Divide the mixture evenly among six individual serving containers or jars.

Cover each container with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Just before serving, top each container with chopped fresh cherries and sliced almonds.

Sprinkle a pinch of chia seeds over the top of each serving.

Give the oats a good stir and mix in the cherries and almonds. Serve chilled and get ready to start your day off right!

Notes

Make sure to use fresh and high-quality cherries for the best flavor and texture. You can also use frozen cherries if they’re not in season, just thaw them first before chopping.

If you prefer a stronger almond flavor, you can increase the almond extract to 1.5 or 2 tablespoons.

Just be careful not to overpower the other ingredients. These oats will keep in the fridge for up to 3 days, so feel free to prep them ahead of time for a quick and easy breakfast throughout the week.

If you’re not a fan of chia seeds, you can omit them or substitute with flaxseeds or hemp seeds.

Just be aware that they add extra nutrition and texture to the oats. You can customize these oats to your taste by using different types of milk or yogurt.

For example, you can use coconut milk or soy yogurt to make them dairy-free.

Be gentle when mixing the oats to avoid crushing the chopped cherries. You want to maintain their texture and freshness.