Bircher muesli is a fantastic way to start the day; it can be made ahead and the addition of cherries makes it festive enough for Christmas morning.

1 cup cherries, pitted and halved

1 ½  cup rolled oats

1 ½ cup fruit juice (try fresh coconut juice or apple juice)

1 ½ cup natural yoghurt

½ (half) cup toasted flaked almonds

2 tbsp sunflower seeds

2 tsp sesame seeds

2 tsp ground cinnamon

1-2 tbsp honey to taste

extra cherries and yoghurt to serve

Combine all ingredients together and stir well.

Refrigerate for 1 hour or overnight.

Serve with extra cherries and yoghurt.

Serves 4.