Dessert: Cherries in Almond Syrup Over Greek Yogurt

Recipe by Melia Marden If you can't find almond syrup, floral, almond-flavored orgeat syrup is a fine substitute.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Lemon

Health and fertility benefits of Cherries in Almond Syrup Over Greek Yogurt

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to.

Ingredients

4 cups pitted fresh red or black cherries (about 1 1/2 pounds)
1/4 cup almond syrup (such as Monin or Torani)
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
7 cups plain Greek yogurt, stirred to loosen
1 cup whole raw almonds, coarsely chopped

Instructions

Bring cherries, almond syrup, sugar, lemon juice, and 1/4 cup water to a simmer in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until liquid is slightly syrupy but cherries still hold their shape, about 5 minutes. Transfer mixture to a bowl and let cool completely. Chill until cold. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 week ahead. Cover and keep chilled.
Divide yogurt among bowls. Spoon cherries with juices over. Garnish with chopped almonds.

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