In a large mixing bowl combine the oats, whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, and baking soda and whisk until combined. Set aside.

In a separate bowl combine the butter and sugar and beat until light and fluffy. Then add eggs one at a time and the almond extract and beat longer.

Then add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix with a wooden spoon or spatula.

Fold in the dark chocolate chunks, dried cherries, and chia seeds.

Form balls and place onto a baking sheet(s).