Welcome to another delicious SCD recipe that will make your taste buds sing while keeping your gut health in check. Today, we’re diving into the world of “Irresistible SCD Date Bark with Vanilla Cashew Butter Candy.” This treat went viral on TikTok as a healthy homemade candy bar sub. Those recipes typically use chocoate chips to make the topping so of course I had to come up with a non-chocolate SCD version. This plant-based, no-cook treat is perfect for those following the Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD), offering a sweet indulgence without compromising your diet. Let’s get started! Why SCD ..read more

Are you following the SCD (Specific Carbohydrate Diet) and looking for a delightful dessert that fits your dietary needs? Look no further! Today, I’m sharing my favorite recipe for SCD Diet Yogurt Panna Cotta, a creamy, luscious treat that’s sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Did you know you can make panna cotta with yogurt? I didn’t either until I saw Jeffrey Mauro make a Greek yogurt panna cotta on The Food Network Show, “The Kitchen.” Inspired by his recipe, I decided to create my own version using SCD yogurt and coconut milk instead of heavy cream. After years of making my own yogurt, inco ..read more

Transitioning from a strict Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD) has been both a rewarding and enlightening journey. I’ve carefully reintroduced several foods into my diet to enhance variety, satisfaction, and overall health. Each addition has brought its own unique set of benefits and considerations, especially for those of us managing Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) in remission or with low symptoms. Here’s a look at some of these foods, their health benefits, and the reasons why they might not work for everyone. My Top Beyond SCD Foods 1. Unsweetened Cocoa Pros: Antioxidants: Unsweetened coco ..read more

Do you love Pistachio Ice Cream? Want to make it dairy-free, without refined sugar or eggs? You’re in the right place! I had never made pistachio ice cream before. To be honest, I don’t think I’d eaten it more than a couple of times, but I had some shelled and raw pistachio nuts, and ice cream sounded good so I decided to give it a try. Dairy-free Pistachio Ice Cream Tips Toast or roast your pistachio nuts – I have instructions for toasting them in a pan, but you can also roast them in the oven if you like. Toasting the nuts brings out the rich flavor of the nut. Make sweetened, condened coc ..read more

I’m going to be right up front, there are no actual pretzels in this dessert, but keep reading to see how I get a grain-free salty crunch that won’t make you miss the pretzels at all. I have created a grain-free SCD Strawberry Pretzel Salad! I have been wanting to make this dessert for so long. I thought it wouldn’t work because the traditional recipe uses a lot of non-Specific Carbohydrate Diet ingredients like cream cheese, whipped topping, Jell-O, and of course pretzels. After writing Don’t Skip Dessert Volume 2, I realized I had substitutions for everthing except the pretzels. What is Stra ..read more

I have been straining my SCD yogurt for over 20 years, when I want to have a very thick yogurt. The longer it strains, the thicker it will get. Straining it for 24 hours, will produce of thickness almost like cream cheese. Recenlty, I discovered making SCD Labneh, which is essentially just a strained yogurt thay may have some lemon juice and salt added. Adding the lemon juice and salt to the yogurt provides more flavor, and I think adding salt strains out even more of the liquid. The salt and lemon juice give it more of a cream cheese-like flavor. What is Labneh? Labneh is yogurt that has been ..read more

I love mixing fruit with thick Greek style yogurt. That combo is the essence of these bars. They are creamy and delicious with just a little crunch in the crust. They are great for breakast, a snack, or to serve at a brunch. The sweetness of the blueberry jam provides the perfect contrast to the tangy yogurt. What is Labneh? I start by making Labneh – a very thick strainted yogurt that has just a pinch of salt and a little lemon juice. Adding the flavors to the yogurt gives it more of a cream cheese quality. I strain my yogurt for at least 24 hours to make it very thick. Strained yogurt is a l ..read more

If you love the sweet, tangy taste of blueberries, this homemade honey-sweetened blueberry jam is a must-try. It’s a quick, easy, and delicious way to preserve the flavors of summer and enjoy them all year round. With just three simple ingredients – blueberries, honey, and lemon juice – you can create a jam that’s perfect for toast, pancakes, waffles, yogurt, or any other treat you like to sweeten. Jam for the Specific Carbohydrate Diet This jam is very easy and is SCD Diet friendly since it doesn’t not use any refined sugar or pectin. I like to make just a small serving to use right away, but ..read more

I’ve seen recipes all over social media showing people how to make homemade “healthier Reese’s Eggs” for Easter. Since none of these, that I’ve seen, are Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD) friendly, I decided to give making my own recipe a try. I’m not disappointed I did! These are very tasty. At first I was going to make a white chocolate covered egg using my Cocoa Butter Candy recipe, but I was inspired by Reese’s Peanut Butter Lovers cups to go for a peanut butter coated peanut butter candy. Tips on Making SCD Candy Low heat is important! Low heat helps the candy get to the right texture and ..read more

This cake is customized for the Specific Carbohydrate Diet. The combination of carrots with almond and coconut flours creates a delicious and decadent cake that is ideal for the Spring season. The sweet spices enhance the fresh carrot flavor and introduce a layer of complexity. How Do You Make a Grain-Free Carrot Cake? The key to crafting a successful grain-free cake lies in achieving the perfect blend of almond and coconut flours along with the wet ingredients. It’s crucial to strike a balance to prevent the cake from being too dry or overly moist. Dry cakes lack flavor and are challenging t ..read more