A birthday doesn’t have to be defined by a cake dripping in sugary icing, does it?
Because I gave up processed sugar at the start of 2016, I decided this year I would make my own birthday treats so I wouldn’t feel obligated to indulge in a sugary dessert that might not even be my favorite taste treat.
My two favorite tastes this time of year? Watermelon and fig…not necessarily combined, of course.
I looked through this month’s giveaway book, My New Roots by Sarah Britton, to get some recipe ideas! I decided to make the Walnut Fig Bars. My love for figs was the motivation for this choice, but it seemed a good recipe to try out for the upcoming fall season as well. (For a chance to win your own copy of My New Roots, click here and leave a comment.)
I also leafed through my go-to recipe book, Clean Slate from the editors of Martha Stewart Living for dessert ideas. This book was given to me as a Christmas gift last year and it jump-started a whole new way of eating – an unprocessed foods way of eating! I love frozen treats and this book included a few recipes for really simple frozen treat ideas. I chose a watermelon-lime granita to add to my birthday dessert selection!
With just three ingredients – watermelon, honey, and lime juice – what could be easier, or tastier, for an icy birthday treat! Watermelon and frozen – a great summer birthday combination!
To make: Pulse 7 cups chopped seedless watermelon, ¼ cup honey and 2 Tablespoons fresh lime juice in a food processor until smooth. Pour into an 8-inch square glass baking dish, cover tightly, and freeze overnight. To serve, scrape with a fork into bowls.
My birthday present to myself – unprocessed, guilt-free treats!
Thanks for sharing my birthday treats with me today on Friday field trip! Have a wonderful weekend!
Remember to take pleasure in simple things, Jackie