Sweet cherries get a flavorful topping made from dates, almonds and nutritious chia seeds. This is a superb fresh dessert, yet it is healthful enough to serve for snacks. Watch our how-to video.
Special Diets:
Method
Toss cherries with 2 tablespoons of the orange juice and vanilla.
Spoon into an 8-inch-square dish and smooth the top.
In a food processor, combine dates, almonds, chia seeds and cinnamon and process until coarsely ground.
Pour in remaining 1 tablespoon orange juice and pulse until combined.
Spoon chia mixture evenly over the top of cherries and serve, or cover and refrigerate up to 3 days.
Nutritional Info
Serving Size
Calories
220
Total Fat
Saturated Fat
Cholesterol
Sodium
Total Carbohydrate
Dietary Fiber
Total Sugars
Protein
Note: We've provided special diet and nutritional information for educational purposes. But remember - we're cooks, not doctors! You should follow the advice of your health-care provider. And since product formulations change, check product labels for the most recent ingredient information. See our Terms of Service.