Baked oats have become a firm favourite recipe for foodies when it comes to striking the balance between a healthy and nutritious sweet treat.

Baked oats serve as the perfect breakfast dish but are also beneficial to eat before a workout as the carbohydrates help the body utilise energy.

We love this recipe from Flahavan's for Cherry, Chocolate, and Almond Baked Oats, which you can whip up easily in the air fryer!

This recipe makes one large portion and here is all you need to know:

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Ingredients

• 80g Flahavan’s Progress Oatlets
• 125ml Flahavan’s oat milk (or regular milk)
• 40g preserved whole and pitted cherries
• 30g good quality dark chocolate, roughly chopped
• 20g flaked almonds
• 1-2 tbsp maple syrup (adjust to desired sweetness)
• Pinch of sea salt
• A small pat of butter or oil for greasing

Method

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the oats and almond milk, letting the mixture sit for 5 minutes. As the oats soak up the liquid, they become plush and ready to provide the perfect backdrop for our star ingredients.
2. Introduce the cherries, dark chocolate, and about three-quarters of the flaked almonds to the oat mixture. The cherries impart a sweet-tart nuance, while the chocolate melts into sumptuous pockets of indulgence. Season with a hint of salt to elevate the chocolate's richness and mix in the maple syrup for that touch of earthy sweetness.
3. Generously grease your shallow ramekin with butter or oil. This step ensures a caramelised edge, which, when paired with the soft interior, makes for a delightful textural contrast.
4. Pour your oat concoction into the ramekin, ensuring an even spread. Delicately sprinkle the remaining flaked almonds on top. They will toast and offer a delightful crunch, making every bite exciting.
5. Set the ramekin in the air fryer, dialling in a temperature of 180°C (350°F). Let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the edges boast a golden hue and the centre feels set yet slightly wobbly. Drizzle over 1 tsp of the cherry syrup.

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