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WIAW: Sweet Tooth in Full Force

By Courtney 57 Comments

Hello and happy Wednesday to you all!

I realized it had been a while since I did a true WIAW post, so I decided to join in on the action today. If you’ve been reading for a while, then you know what WIAW is all about…a full day of eats! Today’s post features all of yesterday’s eats, and I actually did manage to document just about all of them…with the exception of a couple graham crackers I snacked on in the morning while getting breakfast ready to go.

So let’s dive right in…

Breakfast: Chocolate, peanut butter, banana smoothie (made with Shakeology) + a cookie dough iced coffee

breakfast

I’ve been trying really hard to cut back on the cookie dough iced coffees…but I’m not succeeding by any means. It’s an ongoing problem.  And it’s funny…I’m definitely more of a Dunkin’ coffee person once iced coffee season hits, but Starbucks is totally my jam during the cooler months (I love their hot coffee). I honestly couldn’t tell you the last time I had a hot coffee from DD’s? So strange.

Mid-Morning Snack: I finished up a box of Blue Diamond Almond Nut-Thin crackers with some peanut butter.

nut thins and peanut butterold photo from last week

Lunch: I put together some leftovers from Monday night’s dinner, which was SO good, by the way! Grilled chicken with a strawberry and avocado salsa/salad + brown rice.

lunch

The recipe was from Cooking Light (can’t find the exact one online for some reason, but THIS ONE is similar) and we both totally loved it. So light and fresh tasting…perfect for spring and summer, and I’m sure it’d be good on basically anything. Definitely keeping that one in my back pocket.

Shortly after I finished up lunch, I snacked on a couple of cookies that I snagged from our cafeteria.

cookies

I just can’t pass up cookies when I see ‘em. Winking smile

Mid-Afternoon Snacks: After work is what started my somewhat “snacky” late afternoon and evening…beginning with a bag of fresh strawberries.

strawberries

They were a super good batch!

Shortly after we arrived home, I also snacked on (aka, finished up) this bag of salt & pepper lentil loops from NatureBox (who sent me the sweetest box for Mother’s Day – thanks guys!).

naturebox lentil loops

The fact that they were made of lentils made me question their taste before trying, but sure enough, they were awesome. Lucas was also a fan too, which surprised me, since they had a little zip to ‘em.

Speaking of my Lucas…

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Can I just say it what a victory it was to get him to actually eat something for dinner last night?!? This current “picky eating” phase is throwing me for a loop. Nothing is consistent, so basically nothing is safe (except Nutrigrain bars, spoonfuls of peanut butter, and crackers…sigh…). So I decided to take a stab at attempting some Easy Cheesy Spinach Pasta and thank goodness, it was a hit! He ate an enormous bowl of it, on top of some applesauce and two yogurts, so yes…I considered that a major victory.

And since this is a WIAW post, I’ll let you know that I polished off whatever was remaining in his bowl when he declared he was finished with it.

cheesy spinach pasta

That pasta is good for the whole family!

Dinner: Since I’d been snacking quite a bit up to this point, I didn’t have a huge appetite for dinner. And since Jay had a softball game, we really didn’t have anything planned. So I just quickly reheated some leftovers from our dinner on Saturday.

ziti and meatballs

After Dinner Treats: My sweet tooth was in full force yesterday evening. Not long after finishing my dinner, I grabbed two samoas (my faaaavorite)…

samoas

Along with a small handful of peanut m&m’s. And then a little while after Jay got home from his game, we sat and had some bowls of watermelon sherbet with chocolate chunks.

watermelon sherbet

Ohhhh, how I love me some watermelon sherbet once the weather warms up! And when I’m pregnant…but I promise, I’m not. Although, that would be a pretty fun/casual way to announce a pregnancy, wouldn’t it? Like, oh by the way… Maybe something to consider for the future Winking smile Bahaha

And that’s that, my friends! How about you guys…what good stuff have you been eating lately?

Any awesome recipes you’ve come across? Fun new snack ideas?

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May 13, 2015 Filed Under: WIAW Tagged With: almond nut thins, cookie dough iced coffee, Easy Cheesy Spinach Pasta, NatureBox, samoas, strawberry avocado salad, watermelon sherbet, WIAW

About Courtney

I'm a working mom of two beautiful little boys, Lucas and Alex, and I began writing Sweet Tooth, Sweet Life in April 2010. I enjoy chronicling my love of food (healthy and indulgent!), baking, motherhood, fitness, fashion, and everything in between!

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Comments

  1. Linz @ Itz Linz says

    May 13, 2015 at 6:39 am

    I've been all about veggies + hummus, apples + peanut butter, and smoothies lately for snacks!
    Reply
  2. Brynn says

    May 13, 2015 at 7:04 am

    that is exactly what I thought you were going to announce with the return of watermelon sorbet. Haha. I made a mango avocado salsa over the weekend that was fantastic!
    Reply
  3. Ash Z @ Ash's Right Direction says

    May 13, 2015 at 7:09 am

    Mason is a year older than Lucas and he is still picky at dinner. He rarely wants to eat with us. He may come in toward the end and want to sit on our laps and eat off our plates. We let him and figure if he eats who cares. He is very snacky lately. I am very snacky now in my second trimester and my sweet tooth is getting a little out of hand. I am loving Stewarts' Rainbow Shertbet right now! I could eat it all day lol.
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      May 13, 2015 at 1:52 pm

      Oh man...so there's still no end in sight?! Haha...and really, you can't go wrong with ANY flavor from Stewart's can you?? ;)
      Reply
  4. Stacie @ SimplySouthernStacie says

    May 13, 2015 at 7:17 am

    Your Dunkin Donuts coffee obsession is hilarious. I don't drink coffee, so I don't have a preference either way, but I would have to pick Starbucks just for the cups alone : )
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      May 13, 2015 at 1:51 pm

      Hahaha, and your cup comment is equally amusing! ;)
      Reply
  5. Hilary says

    May 13, 2015 at 7:34 am

    That strawberry avocado salad sounds so good! I love incorporating fruits in my salsas, salads, and meals in general when it is fruit season and they all taste so yummy!
    Reply
  6. Jenn@Mark My Miles! says

    May 13, 2015 at 8:14 am

    Being on maternity leave, we have been eating lots of good stuff…mostly take out. Not the healthiest but sure is the tastiest : )
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      May 13, 2015 at 1:51 pm

      Anything goes on maternity leave ;)
      Reply
  7. Torry @ A World Without Wheat says

    May 13, 2015 at 8:24 am

    Those strawberries look fantastic - I am going to have to get some for myself!
    Reply
  8. tiff @ love, sweat, & beers says

    May 13, 2015 at 8:41 am

    The picky eating is such a pain! Just because Ethan eats an egg one day doesn't mean he'll eat it the next. The same goes for broccoli, chicken, or well... most anything. Ketchup helps. haha
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      May 13, 2015 at 1:50 pm

      Ugh, it's so tough! And ketchup is definitely a NO for us...he just smears it all over. Has no desire to eat it...go figure
      Reply
  9. Liv @ Healthy Liv says

    May 13, 2015 at 8:43 am

    I'm impressed that you still have Girl Scout cookies around! And I remember thinking when you posted the cheesy spinach pasta recipe that I would totally eat that, too :)
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      May 13, 2015 at 1:50 pm

      Hahaha...they were towards the back of the cabinet. Totally forgot we had 'em! Otherwise...they'd be gone ;)
      Reply
  10. Beks says

    May 13, 2015 at 8:49 am

    You weren't kidding about Sweet Tooth! lol My day's been all kinds of wonky in the food department (well, yesterday, anyway), so I'm hoping to get back to eating good food, not just thrown together food. :-)
    Reply
  11. Liz @ I Heart Vegetables says

    May 13, 2015 at 8:51 am

    I've been loving fresh strawberries lately! So delicious when they're in season :)
    Reply
  12. Morgan @ Managing Mommyhood says

    May 13, 2015 at 9:10 am

    I have to admit, I'd never tried cookie dough iced coffee, but last time I went to Dunkin I saw the sign and remembered you raving abut them last year and ih boy, soooooooo good!
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      May 13, 2015 at 1:49 pm

      Hahahaha yayyyy! I love that you thought of me, Morgan :)
      Reply
  13. Melissa says

    May 13, 2015 at 9:14 am

    Yum, I love strawberries as a snack, especially this time of year, when they are season, because they are so much sweeter and ripe! Berry season is always the best season!
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      May 13, 2015 at 1:47 pm

      It totally IS the best!
      Reply
  14. Katie @ Live Half Full says

    May 13, 2015 at 9:15 am

    I'm making a new chicken thighs and roasted veggie one pan meal tonight seasoned with ranch seasoning. I can't wait!
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      May 13, 2015 at 1:47 pm

      One pan meal = awesome. Plus, that sounds super good, too!
      Reply
  15. Alyssa @ Life of bLyss says

    May 13, 2015 at 9:25 am

    I know I'm probably totally late to the party here, but ... DUNKIN HAS A COOKIE DOUGH ICED COFFEE? Is it amazing? Does it taste like cookie dough? How did I not know this? Also, Samoas are in my cabinet. They stare at me daily. :)
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      May 13, 2015 at 1:47 pm

      Umm, YES! Go get on that, STAT girl!!
      Reply
  16. Melissa says

    May 13, 2015 at 9:28 am

    I get the sweet tooth thing - some days I crave desserts all day long (even after breakfast!). I love peanut M&Ms (thus the sweet/salty theme of my WIAW). Favorite snack of the moment? Sweet potatoes with honey and sometimes peanut butter. Yum!
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      May 13, 2015 at 1:47 pm

      Haha, you and me both, Melissa ;)
      Reply
  17. Carrie @ www.carrie-stavenger.blogspot.com says

    May 13, 2015 at 9:33 am

    I am currently doing Whole30 and shared 6 of my favorite recipes that I've made so far. My favorite go-to breakfast right now is 1/4 cup cashews, 1/4 cup coconut flakes, sliced banana, and a spoonful of almond butter mixed together in a bowl! I would have never thought to combine those ingredients but they pair well together!
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      May 13, 2015 at 1:46 pm

      That does sound interesting, but I'm sure it's super tasty!
      Reply
  18. Tracy @ dirtyeating.com says

    May 13, 2015 at 9:51 am

    That watermelon sherbert looks amazing - what brand is it? I don't think I've actually ever seen it at my grocery store, or I would be all over it.
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      May 13, 2015 at 1:46 pm

      It's Friendly's - my favorite!
      Reply
  19. Claire @ Keeping Up With Claire says

    May 13, 2015 at 9:57 am

    Strawberry avocado salsa sounds perfect, especially since it's so hot lately! The newest edition of Cooking Light has so many amazing new recipes and I literally want to make them all!
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      May 13, 2015 at 1:46 pm

      Right?!? I feel like the past couple editions have been awesome!
      Reply
  20. Jessie @ Just Jessie says

    May 13, 2015 at 10:05 am

    I'm totally the same with Dunkin Donuts when it's warmer and SB when it's colder. And I lovvvvve the Cookie Dough flavor, though I've been getting into the Rocky Road flavored one, too. I will say that I think I'm going to have to back off from SB, though. Unfortunately I'm intolerant to milk AND soy I think, so DD is the only place in my area that has almond milk that doesn't bloat me up like a balloon! And my favorite snack has been carrots and those wholly guacamole 100-cal packs. Yum! :)
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      May 13, 2015 at 1:45 pm

      I've heard about the rocky road flavor but haven't given it a shot yet! Good? Better than cookie dough??
      Reply
      • Jessie @ Just Jessie says

        May 13, 2015 at 2:23 pm

        It's reallllly really good, but very chocolately. So I love it, but it's not for everyone. :)
        Reply
  21. Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries says

    May 13, 2015 at 10:15 am

    I can totally understand your love for DD cookie dough iced coffee. Loooove it! And I blame you for it. ;)
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      May 13, 2015 at 1:45 pm

      Hahaha I remember when you jumped on board, Ash! ;)
      Reply
  22. Katie @ Talk Less, Say More says

    May 13, 2015 at 10:21 am

    We found a super yummy coconut flour pancake recipe the other day! They were the fluffiest paleo, gluten-free, dairy-free pancakes I've ever had!!
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      May 13, 2015 at 1:45 pm

      Mmmmmm pancakes! They sound awesome!
      Reply
  23. Annette@FitnessPerks says

    May 13, 2015 at 10:31 am

    Mmmm that watermelon sorbet reminds me I want to pick up some sherbet!!
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      May 13, 2015 at 1:45 pm

      You totally should! It's a preggo's (and non-preggo's) dream ;)
      Reply
  24. Tara | Treble in the Kitchen says

    May 13, 2015 at 10:45 am

    That cookie dough iced coffee looks and sounds delish!! :)
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      May 13, 2015 at 1:44 pm

      It's SO good! You should totally try it (just get 2 pumps of syrup in a medium instead of 3, if you want my opinion!) ;)
      Reply
      • Tara | Treble in the Kitchen says

        May 13, 2015 at 2:37 pm

        Thanks for the expert tip!
        Reply
  25. Heather @ Life In Leggings says

    May 13, 2015 at 11:31 am

    Girl Scout cookies and sherbet for dessert... you are a girl after my own heart! Also, I'm pretty sure I will be eating twice as much when we have little ones around... I was the worst when I used to babysit. No food ever goes to waste. Ever! Ha.
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      May 13, 2015 at 1:43 pm

      Hahaha OMG me too! I used to eat EVERYTHING when I babysat...it was like, oooo new foods to try out?!
      Reply
  26. Dani @ DaniCaliforniaCooks says

    May 13, 2015 at 11:40 am

    Gah - girl scout cookies! What a treat!!
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      May 13, 2015 at 1:42 pm

      I just love 'em! Totally forgot I had this box, too...double treat!
      Reply
  27. Britt@MyOwnBalance says

    May 13, 2015 at 11:43 am

    I remember you talking about the Cookie Dough Iced Coffees last year and I went out to try one. I got addicted to them! It was a wonder I didn't develop gestational diabetes!
    Reply
    • Courtney says

      May 13, 2015 at 1:42 pm

      LOL! Oh my gosh, that was funny, Britt :)
      Reply
  28. Sarah @ Sweet Miles says

    May 13, 2015 at 2:01 pm

    Those blue diamond crackers are the bomb dot com. We've been loving them!! So light and tasty!
    Reply
  29. Holly @ EatGreatBEGreat says

    May 13, 2015 at 3:40 pm

    Oh man, samoas are SO addicting! I don't even like to keep them in the house, I'd scarf them down so fast! I still haven't tried NatureBox yet. I love the idea, so I really should just sign up for it.
    Reply
  30. amelia@i_heart_kale says

    May 13, 2015 at 4:12 pm

    Haha, I was waiting for a 'surprise, we're pregnant!'. Bah! Yes, definitely should be some casual,normal post with the announcement at the end. Throw everyone for a loop. :) Your eats always look delicious. I have no idea how you stay so fit and healthy. Even breastfeeding, I have to be careful with snacking/sweets or my pants progressively get tighter. Happy Wednesday!
    Reply
  31. Ashley @ A Lady Goes West says

    May 13, 2015 at 4:59 pm

    Hi Courtney! Did you know that the Bay Area doesn't have Dunkin' Donuts, but they are coming this way soon? I don't drink a lot of coffee anymore, but I always loved Dunkin' more than anywhere else -- probably because they put all the good stuff in there before giving you the coffee. Nonetheless, good day of eats here! And Happy Wednesday to you!
    Reply
  32. Andi says

    May 13, 2015 at 6:16 pm

    Chocolate Shakeology is my favorite breakfast - lately I've been mixing it with coffee for an "iced mocha" style drink. Best recent meal? Five Guys for sure. So unhealthy, but so delicious!
    Reply
  33. Michelle @ Running on Smiles says

    May 13, 2015 at 8:57 pm

    That watermelon sorbet looks amazing!
    Reply

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