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    Almond Cherry Multi Grain Cereal: Hearty Hot Breakfast

    Published: Sep 20, 2021 · Modified: Aug 24, 2022 by Audrey · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Almond Cherry Multi Grain Cereal mix is a simple hot and hearty whole grain cereal mix that puts boring oatmeal to shame. Mix and match your favorite nuts and fruit.

    Move over oatmeal! You aren't the only breakfast grain in town. Treat yourself to a hot bowl of multi grain goodness with this Cherry Almond Multi Grain Cereal Mix.

    bowl of hot breakfast cereal with text overlay "almond cherry multi grain cereal"

    Start with some oatmeal, add in some barley and bulgur wheat along with dried cherries, almonds and spices and you have a fabulous breakfast that cooks up in about 15 minutes. The bulgur and barley give it some texture variation which is great for those that don't care for oatmeal's mushiness.

    Don't like cherries and almonds? Mix and match your favorite dried fruit and nuts for variety.

    Makes a Fun Homemade Food Gift

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    When people set up food trains it is usually for dinner, so I always try to sneak in a little something for breakfast like waffles or muffins that can be frozen and heated for an easy breakfast or snack. This cereal mix would be great too, because they can stick it in the pantry and make it when they want.

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    Ingredients
     

    • 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats
    • 1 cup quick cooking barley
    • 1 cup bulgur (or cracked wheat)
    • 1 cup dried cherries (or other dried fruit)
    • ¾ cup sliced almonds (or other nuts)
    • ⅓ cup sugar or equivalent powdered non-calorie sweetener
    • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
    • milk (optional for preparation)

    Instructions
     

    • In a medium bowl, mix together oats, barley, bulgur, cherries, almonds, sugar and cinnamon. Store in an airtight container for 2 months (can be frozen for up to 6 months).
    • Stove top preparation: In a small saucepan bring 1 ⅓ cup water to a boil. Add ⅔ cup cereal mix. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cereal reaches desired consistency. Add milk if desired just before serving. (serves 2)
    • Microwave instructions: In a 1 quart microwave safe bowl, combine ¾ cup water and ⅓ cup cereal mix. Cook uncovered at 50% power for 5 minutes. Stir. Cook another 3-5 minutes at 50% power until cereal reaches desired consistency. Add milk if desired just before serving. (serves 1)

    Notes

    Do not use milk when preparing the cereal unless you plan to watch over it carefully or like to clean your stove or microwave. Milk has a tendency to boil over quickly (yes, I speak from experience).

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    1. Wendy Klik

      September 20, 2021 at 5:15 am

      This sounds like the perfect winter breakfast to serve up as the kids head out to brave the cold.

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    2. Radha

      September 20, 2021 at 2:04 pm

      This is a wonderful breakfast! I love it! This is very healthy with different grains added! Amazing meal to start the day.

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