Sherry Lipp's Blog

Grain-Free • Gluten-Free • Refined Sugar-Free

There’s something about an Oreo that brings back memories. That crisp chocolate cookie and creamy filling is a favorite for so many people. It’s one of those simple, happy foods that you can share with friends or sneak from the freezer late at night.

I hadn’t had an Oreo in over 25 years, but I’ve thought about how to make a version that fits the Specific Carbohydrate Diet for a long time. This year, I decided the holidays were the perfect time...

Have you ever felt like bread is off the table because of gut health issues, food sensitivities, or grain-free diets? This grain-free red lentil bread is your answer.

Inspired by Kitchen Alchemy, this loaf blends ancient ingredients with modern methods—no wheat, no refined sugar, no gluten. Just nourishing, real food that supports your digestion and satisfies your cravings.

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This pistachio-date thumbprint cookie recipe is inspired by one of the oldest known desserts in food history, Mersu, a sweet made with dates and nuts in ancient Mesopotamia

These cookies are grain-free, gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and completely legal on the Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD). The rich filling is made from blended dates and pistachios and sits inside a tender almond flour cookie base.

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These Pumpkin Cheesecake Cups are a creamy, lightly spiced fall dessert made with homemade pumpkin puree and dripped SCD yogurt instead of cream cheese. Naturally sweetened with honey, they’re baked in a water bath for a smooth custard-like texture. This recipe is flexible: you can use pie pumpkins, heirloom varieties like White Pie Pumpkin or Hot Chocolate Pumpkin, or even butternut squash. Each adds its own flavor while keeping the cheesecake cups wholesome and satisfying. Whether you’re follo...

This is only the second time I’ve tried baking a cake in the Instant Pot, and I’m really happy with how it turned out. My first version was way too moist—not in a good way—but this one hit the right balance.

It’s tender, holds together well, and has that comforting banana flavor without being overly sweet. The texture lands somewhere between banana bread and cake, making it perfect for frosting or serving as a snack cake.

If you’re looking for a healthy Instant Pot dessert or want to avoid...

There’s something magical about a frozen treat that’s both indulgent and healing for your gut. This Healthy Raspberry Frozen Yogurt delivers all the creamy, tangy satisfaction of classic froyo — but without refined sugar, artificial thickeners, or digestive irritants.

Made with homemade SCD yogurt, antioxidant-rich raspberries, and natural honey, this recipe is perfect for anyone following the Specific Carbohydrate Diet or simply looking for a gut-friendly frozen dessert.

A GAPS-Friendly, Beyond SCD Gut-Healing Dessert Inspired by Grandma

Some recipes aren’t just food—they’re memory keepers.

This chocolate zucchini cake came from my grandma’s handwritten recipe card. She made it every summer with zucchini from her backyard garden. Her version was soft and comforting, with just enough spice and a rich cocoa flavor that made it feel special but not fussy. Like many classic cakes, it used butter and oil, a touch of clove and cinnamon, and a scattering of choco...

If you love pistachios, these Soft Pistachio Cookies are a must-try. They’re made with simple, whole-food ingredients that fit the Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD) and are naturally sweetened with honey. The cookies are soft, slightly chewy, and warmly spiced with vanilla and cinnamon. Plus, they come together quickly in one bowl—with no special equipment needed beyond a food processor.

These pistachio cookies are grain-free, gluten-free, and free from refined sugar—perfect for anyone looking...

Simple. Peanutty. Naturally sweet.
A quick snack that keeps you full and supports your gut.

There are days when I just need something easy—a little sweet, a little salty, and made from ingredients I already have on hand. That’s how these No-Bake Peanut Butter Bars came to life.

I wasn’t craving candy or trying to make a dessert. I was looking for a healthy snack I could feel good about—one that’s a little sweet, full of healthy fats and protein, and that actually satisfies hunger. These bar...

Some of the best meals come from cooking with what’s on hand — especially when what’s on hand is real, seasonal food that supports your gut and tastes incredible.

This stuffed spaghetti squash came together one night when I had chicken, a few just-ripe heirloom tomatoes, and some kale that needed to be used. I’ve lived with Crohn’s Disease for over 20 years, and meals like this — simple, nourishing, deeply satisfying — are how I’ve kept inflammation down and joy in the kitchen.

I wanted th...