Cherry Hazelnut Oatmeal Recipe

Warm up with this delightful Irish-inspired Cherry Hazelnut Oatmeal! A comforting and flavorful breakfast or snack, this recipe combines the sweetness of cherries and hazelnuts with creamy oats for a perfect balance of textures and tastes. Inspired by Cooking Light, this healthier twist on a classic is quick, easy, and absolutely delicious.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 321.5 kcal
Protein 19g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cherry Hazelnut Oatmeal

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How to Make Cherry Hazelnut Oatmeal

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup water, 1 cup rolled oats, 1 cup chopped dried cherries, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the oats reach your desired consistency, stirring occasionally.
  4. Remove the saucepan from the heat.
  5. Stir in 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon of chopped hazelnuts, and 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
  6. Divide the oatmeal evenly among 6 bowls (approximately 1 cup per bowl).
  7. Sprinkle each serving with 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar.
  8. Top each serving with 1 1/2 teaspoons of chopped hazelnuts.
  9. Drizzle each serving with 1 teaspoon of olive oil or maple syrup.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

45g

Fat

6g

Carbs

15g