In a mixing bowl or jar, combine 1 cup of old-fashioned oats with 1 cup of milk or a milk alternative. If you’re using Greek yogurt for added creaminess, stir in ½ cup now. Add ½ cup of dried cherries, 1 tablespoon of honey (or agave), ½ teaspoon of cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix everything together until well combined and the oats are evenly coated with the liquids.

Taste your mixture to check sweetness; adjust with more honey if desired. The cherries will add sweetness as they soften overnight, but feel free to make it a little sweeter. Once you're happy with the flavor, ensure that all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Gently fold in ¼ cup of toasted slivered almonds, ensuring they are mixed throughout. You can also reserve some almonds for topping later. If you’d like to add fresh blueberries, this is the moment.

Cover the bowl or jar tightly with a lid or plastic wrap, and place it in the refrigerator. Allow your oats to chill overnight for at least 6 hours.

The next morning, give your oats a good stir. If you reserved fresh blueberries, scatter them on top along with any leftover almonds.