Creamy Steel-Cut Oats with Dried Cherries and Almon

Name: Creamy Steel-Cut Oats with Dried Cherries and Almonds
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup dried sour cherries; 1 cup whole milk or cream; 1 cup unsweetened, unflavored almond milk; 1 cup steel-cut oats; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for seasoning; 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup, plus more for drizzling; 1/4 cup sliced almonds, plus more for topping

Servings: persons

1
In a small bowl, cover the dried sour cherries with warm water and let stand until plumped and softened, about 15 minutes.
2
Drain the cherries and discard the soaking water.
3
Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk, almond milk and 1 cup of water and bring to a boil.
4
Stir in the oats, cinnamon, ginger, allspice and the 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
5
Cover and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the oats are al dente and the porridge is creamy, 20 minutes.
6
Stir in the cherries, maple syrup and almonds and season with salt.
7
Serve topped with more maple syrup and almonds.

538

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup dried sour cherries, 1 cup whole milk or cream, 1 cup unsweetened, unflavored almond milk, 1 cup steel-cut oats, and more.

Yes, Creamy Steel-Cut Oats with Dried Cherries and Almonds falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Creamy Steel-Cut Oats with Dried Cherries and Almonds

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