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πŸ§Ÿβ€β™‚οΈπŸŽƒ Say hello to your new favorite Halloween treat… Cherry Mummy Hand Pies! πŸ‘€βœ¨
Flaky pastry, sweet cherry filling, and just the right amount of spooky fun. These are guaranteed to be the star of your Halloween party spread. And it's the perfect way to use your frozen ...cherries or cherry preserves this spooky season.

πŸ’ Cherry Mummy Hand Pies πŸ₯§

Ingredients
πŸ₯§ 1 box puff pastry (thawed)
πŸ’ 1 cup cherry pie filling (or cherry preserves)
πŸ₯š 1 egg (for egg wash)
πŸ§‚ 2 tbsp sugar (for sprinkling)
πŸ‘€ Candy eyes (found at most grocery/baking stores)

Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 400Β°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Roll out puff pastry and cut into rectangles.
3️⃣ Spoon cherry filling into the center of half the rectangles.
4️⃣ Cut thin strips in the other half of rectangles to look like β€œmummy bandages.”
5️⃣ Place the cut pastry over the filled base and gently press edges to seal.
6️⃣ Brush with egg wash, sprinkle with sugar, and bake 12-15 minutes until golden.
7️⃣ Once cooled slightly, add candy eyes to bring your mummies to life! πŸ‘€

πŸ“Œ Save this recipe and make these spooky-sweet mummies part of your Halloween tradition!

πŸ’ Pop quiz time! Can you tell the difference between two of the most popular Northwest cherry varieties? πŸ‘€

❀️ Bing cherries: deep red skin + dark red flesh
πŸ’› Rainier cherries: yellow skin with a red blush + light-colored flesh

Both are sweet, juicy, and absolutely... delicious, but we want to know… πŸ‘‡
πŸ‘‰ Which one is YOUR favorite: Bing or Rainier? Comment below and settle the debate! πŸ—³οΈ

πŸ’βœ¨ Looking for an easy appetizer that wows? This Cherry Gorgonzola Flatbread is the perfect mix of savory + sweet. Ready in under 15 minutes, it’s great as a snack, starter, or paired with a salad for dinner. πŸ₯—

Recipe
Prep time: 5 min | Bake time: 10 min | Servings: 4
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Ingredients
πŸ₯– 2 flatbreads (or naan/pita)
πŸ«’ 1 tbsp olive oil
πŸ§€ Β½ cup shredded mozzarella
πŸ’ Β½ cup fresh Northwest cherries, pitted + halved
πŸ§€ 2 tbsp crumbled gorgonzola
πŸ§… Thinly sliced red onion
🌿 Fresh basil

Directions
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 425Β°F. Place flatbreads on a baking sheet + brush with olive oil.
2️⃣ Sprinkle with mozzarella, then top with cherries, gorgonzola, and red onion.
3️⃣ Bake 10–12 minutes until golden + bubbly.
4️⃣ Finish with fresh basil, slice, and serve.

πŸ“Œ Save this recipe for your next party or weeknight dinner upgrade. You’ll want this flavor combo again and again!

πŸ’ͺ Crushed your workout? Time to crush some cherries! πŸ’
Northwest cherries are the ultimate post-sweat snack:
✨ Packed with antioxidants
✨ Naturally anti-inflammatory
✨ Shown to help reduce muscle soreness + speed recovery

Toss them in your smoothie, blend them ...into protein bites, or just grab a handful straight from the bag. πŸ‹οΈβ€β™€οΈ Your body (and taste buds) will thank you!

πŸ“Œ Save this tip for your next workout recovery hack.

πŸ’βœ¨ Happy National Dessert Day! βœ¨πŸ’
Celebrate the sweetest day of the year with a warm, bubbly Cherry Cobbler straight from the oven. Golden, buttery topping + juicy Northwest cherries = dessert perfection. πŸ₯§πŸ’›

Whether you use fresh, frozen, or preserved cherries, this ...recipe is the ultimate way to treat yourself post-season. πŸ’

πŸ“Œ Watch the video, save the recipe, and make it your go-to cozy dessert this fall!

πŸ₯£ Busy mornings? These Cherry Overnight Oats are here to save the day! πŸ’ Prep them the night before and wake up to a creamy, nutritious breakfast packed with whole grains, protein, and that sweet-tart cherry flavor we love year-round.

✨ Recipe:

Ingredients
πŸ₯› 1 cup ...milk (dairy or non-dairy)
🍯 ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
🍯 2 tbsp honey
🌿 ½ tsp vanilla extract
πŸ₯£ 1 cup rolled oats
πŸ’ 1 cup fresh, frozen, or dried Northwest cherries, chopped
🌰 ¼ cup sliced almonds

Instructions
1️⃣ In a medium bowl, whisk together milk, yogurt, honey, and vanilla.
2️⃣ Stir in oats and cherries.
3️⃣ Cover and refrigerate overnight.
4️⃣ In the morning, give it a stir and top with sliced almonds before serving.

πŸ“Œ Save this recipe and keep the cherry goodness going post-season with frozen or dried Northwest cherries!

πŸ₯— Looking for a fresh, wholesome dish you can enjoy long after cherry season? This Dried Cherry & Quinoa Salad is the perfect post-season recipe! πŸ’

Nutty quinoa pairs beautifully with tart-sweet dried Northwest cherries, crunchy veggies, and a zesty dressing. It’s light, ...satisfying, and full of flavor. It's proof that cherries can shine year-round. 🌟

πŸ“Œ Save this recipe to bring a burst of cherry goodness to your fall menus!