Abigail Marie the Chef with IBD
Professional Chef with IBD helping you navigate food, lifestyle, new IBD research, and patient advocacy.
🎂 A Birthday Cake Made with Memory & Meaning There’s something about birthday cake that feels different from every other dessert. It’s not just about sweetness; it’s about memory, ritual, and that familiar feeling of being celebrated and cared for. For as long as I can remember, Black Forest Cherry cake has been my birthday … Read more
Almond & Oat Banana Bread with Walnuts & Chocolate Chips mSCD Banana bread has always felt like one of those baseline comforts; the kind of recipe you pull out on a rainy day or as a way to say I love you to a special someone. Or maybe when the bananas on the counter … Read more
Easy Paleo & SCD Apple Cinnamon Crumb Coffee Cake with Vanilla Glaze Now that it’s officially fall, I’m breaking out the cinnamon and leaning into all the flavors that celebrate the season — apples, pumpkin, and warm spices. This apple coffee cake is no exception! Tender, moist cake is laced with juicy apple pieces and … Read more
Butternut Squash Pancakes with Orange Honey Syrup & Pecans Now that September is here, I don’t know about you, but I am officially in full fall mode. 🍂 If you know me, you know I love pancakes — they’ve been my birthday breakfast tradition since I was little (and yes, I still keep it going … Read more
These SCD Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins with Vanilla Glaze are a bright, citrusy treat perfect for a Mother’s Day! Whether you’re giving mom breakfast in bed or the whole brunch spread, these lemon poppy seed muffins are sure to delight! Made with wholesome, gut-friendly ingredients and free of grains and refined sugar, these muffins strike … Read more
These scrumptious muffins will be the centerpiece of your Easter brunch, captivating your guests with their perfect blend of sweetness and spice. These muffins are simply irresistible with an aroma of freshly baked carrot cake, crowned with a delectable pecan crumble that promises to delight your senses and be the highlight of your morning. Feel … Read more
If you’re anything like me by mid February you are ready to see some warmer days and sunshine. While we might still have a few more weeks before Spring is officially here, you can bring the warmth of the vibrant tropics to your kitchen today with this refreshing Quick Dairy-Free Pineapple & Kale Smoothie! Packed … Read more
Waffles are a breakfast or brunch delight that hold a special place in my heart—and they’re my husband’s absolute favorite! He can’t get enough of these waffles, and I’m confident you’ll fall in love with them too. Crafted to be gluten, grain, and refined sugar-free, these waffles are more than gut-friendly. All the while irresistibly … Read more
This pumpkin loaf is the real deal! Soft, moist cake-like texture infused with pumpkin and warming fall spices. Lovingly glazed with smooth, sweet, vanilla icing, this is one pumpkin recipe you don’t want to miss! I like to rotate the loaf halfway through for even baking. You may also find you need to cover the … Read more
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate fall flavored breakfast; apple cinnamon crumb muffins! Perfect for those brisk mornings when you need a quick and delicious on-the-go breakfast or a wholesome afterschool snack for the kids. Soft, cinnamon-infused cake-like texture, with sweet baked apple pieces scattered throughout, creating classic autumn flavor and a uniquely mosaic … Read more