Inside Cooking Ep 152: Raw Cherry Crisp with Chia and Dates

Sweet cherries get a flavorful topping made from dates, almonds, and nutritious chia seeds. This is a superb fresh dessert, yet it is healthy enough to serve for snacks.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds (about 8 cups) cherries pitted and quartered
• 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 3 tablespoons orange juice divided
• 1 cup pitted dates
• 3/4 cup slivered almonds
• 1/3 cup chia seeds
• 1 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

STEP 1

Toss cherries with 2 tablespoons of the orange juice and vanilla. Spoon into an 8-inch-square dish and smooth the top.

STEP 2

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