Happy day everybody!
The weather has finally cooled down around here and it is so pleasant again. I was getting a little tired of the 100° heat. I live in Minnesota, now come on I’m not used to that. It is in the mid-70’s right now and supposed to warm up to the 80’s or so which is just perfect considering we are going to a pool party today. Want to know the most exciting part? My brother is here all the way from Bogota, Colombia! I haven’t seen him since our wedding in October and I am psyched to see him!! YYYYYaaaayyyyy!
This morning, Dana and I made our way to the gym after sleeping in until 8:40 am. I couldn’t believe we slept in until then, we don’t ever do that. We must have needed it. Anyway, we warmed up with a mile run then hit the weights and cranked out triceps, shoulder, and chest work. Dana was my personal trainer today and he whooped my butt. My arms are already sore. I couldn’t take a picture without holding my arm with my other hand to stay steady. I’m a serious wuss. But hey, I strength trained today! I said I wanted to get back on that train, and although I may be a little weak right now, you have to start somewhere. I feel like I am starting over now that I am starting to get my energy back again. That’s okay though.
I have a large watermelon to cut up before the party today and a few other things I want to do, so I am going to try to whiz through the rest of this. Here goes a recap from yesterday!
Saturday Lunch
This is a sorry attempt at a photo of a banana with cashew butter. It was really tasty but the photo sure doesn’t present itself that way!
I also stuffed my face with a load of watermelon which again, I forgot to take a photo of it but you know what watermelon looks like.
Afternoon workout and snacks
In the afternoon, I made my way down to the treadmill and got a half hour walk in while watching The Doctors. I also weeded the garden in the back which is looking real good! I can’t wait for all of the fresh veggies soon to come.
I made myself a snack of yogurt with honey and cinnamon a little while later.
And whipped up some nummy little frozen treats for Dana and I.
Please welcome strawberry-banana yogurt bites.
I simply blended:
- Homemade SCD yogurt (you could use whatever yogurt you prefer)
- Strawberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1 banana
- Touch of honey (because the yogurt is slightly tart)
Once blended, I poured the smoothie mix into the star freezer molds and place in the freezer overnight.
Today I popped them out of the molds and taste-tested. They turned out perfectly sweet and are such a nice and healthy way to cool down in the heat of the summer. These are perfect for adults and kids alike. If you don’t have fancy freezer molds, you could simply use a mini muffin tin or an ice-cube tray.
So cute, right?!
Speaking of mini muffin tins and cuteness…a few days ago I gave you a little sneak peek to a muffin that I had made. Well, it’s sharing time. 🙂
I am working on making snacks for Dana and I that are quick and tasty, and that can hold us over for a little while. I searched around and found a recipe for SCD Banana Muffins from this site. However, knowing me, I adjusted the recipe slightly. I am so excited to share these little gems with you. I prepared them in mini muffin tins so they are perfectly snackable.
Mini Banana Muffins SCD-friendly (makes 2 dozen mini muffins)
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond meal
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp cloves
- 2 medium overripe bananas, mashed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1/2 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 honey
- Preheat oven to 350°. Lightly grease 2-mini muffin tins with sunflower oil (or whatever you have on hand); set aside.
- In small bowl, combine almond meal, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, cinnamon, and cloves; mix well and set aside.
- In large mixing bowl, beat together bananas, eggs and vanilla.
- Add vinegar and honey and mix.
- Mix in dry ingredients until combined; do not overmix.
- Pour batter into prepared muffin tins and bake for 20 minutes, rotating the pans half-way through.
- Muffins are done when toothpick inserted in middle of muffin comes out clean and tops of muffins begin to feel firm. Remove from oven and enjoy!
When we got home I started making another batch of homemade SCD yogurt because I ate up the first batch. Then I was led out back where there was a little excitement. Our neighbors just got a 4 year old golden retriever and they met for the first time last night. Moose was introduced to a new friend named Sadie. Moose goes crazy over golden retrievers; he absolutely adores them. Remember this photo from the dog park?
Ok, that may not have been a golden retriever, but close.
It was so sweet watching Moose and Sadie together. Sadie was a little apprehensive but she was also just introduced to a new home and is working on adjusting to a lot of changes. I give it 2 weeks and they will be BFF or lovers, one of the two.
Alright, I am off to prepare for the day! Enjoy your Saturday wherever you may be. I am loving life.
Those yogurt bites are such a great summer idea, and so easy too! The star shape is a nice touch! I may have to try this out. Looks like your muffins turned out great … I love that muffin recipe!
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Hi!
At the moment I’m in phase 2 of the diet and I actually made the same muffins as you posted here, only I used homemade almond butter to replace the flour (I can’t use flour yet…).
Mine probably make for a bit more mushy cakes, which I like when I use them as a dessert. Then I poor the batter in a small round oven shape to get a shareable pie. It’s great with honey and cooked apples on top. I look forward to try your recipe once I get to that almond flour!
You have a nice blog, I’ll be sure to come back 🙂
I love the idea of adding cooked apples on top! I’m clearly not following the SCD anymore but I still love the recipes!