Diane’s Coffee Cherry Almond Joy Porridge

Ingredients:

• 3/4 cups rolled oats
• 1/2 cup low fat or skim milk
• 1 cup leftover coffee
• 1 tablespoon dried cherries - coarsely chopped
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon natural no-calorie sweetener (I like to use "Nectresse" or "Stevia")
• 1 tablespoon slivered almonds
• 1 tablespoon almond butter
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened, shredded coconut (divided)

Step-by-Step Directions:

1. Combine first 9 ingredients (oats through almonds) in medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook 5 minutes stirring occasionally.
2. Stir in almond butter and coconut and continue to simmer 5 more minutes. Add more milk as necessary to achieve desired consistency.
3. Pour into bowls and sprinkle with reserved coconut.
4. ENJOY!