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My 1st Blogiversary + Watermelon Cake Recipe!

1st Blogiversary + Watermelon Cake | C it Nutritionally

{Blowing candle out as we speak!!!}

It’s been over a year since C it Nutritionally was conceptualized and behind the scenes work began, but exactly one year ago today, I shared my love project with the world! On August 26, 2013 I emailed almost everyone I know about my blog, Facebook page, etc…

So today is C it Nutritionally’s unofficial-official 1st blogiversary!

1st Blogiversary + Watermelon Cake | C it Nutritionally

I’ve personally learned SO much (never thought I would have a website to call my own!) and have grown not only as a graduate student (another year under my belt and ready to start a new school year next week!), but as a blogger, entrepreneur, and cook! C it Nutritionally has evolved many times over during the past twelve months, making every ebb and flow worth it!

To celebrate, I created a 100% RD-2-be-approved blogiversary cake made out of WATERMELON! Before the season’s over, be sure to make this FUN and CREATIVE work of fruit-art…scroll down for instructions!

1st Blogiversary + Watermelon Cake | C it Nutritionally

But first, let’s reflect on C it Nutritionally’s first year…Here are some highlights: 

  • I created the @C it Nutritionally Instagram account. Don’t miss behind the scenes action, what I eat on a daily basis, nutrition tips, supermarket finds, plus all of my brand new recipes!1st Blogiversary

  • I was gifted a totally awesome camera for my 25th birthday! {Thanks Mom & Dad!!!} Two months later (with ZERO prior photography experience) I got my first photo accepted into Foodgawker!

  • The C it Nutritionally header (below) got a makeover…twice! And I have to say it will probably definitely happen again with an entire website overhaul within the next year!1st Blogiversary + Watermelon Cake | C it Nutritionally
  • C it Nutritionally held several very successful giveaways and has cemented partnerships with some of my favorite brands! If you’re interested in working together, let me know!

  • My Single Serve Peach Crumble recipe is, thus far, the most popular recipe on the site. It has been featured around the web, most notably in Spry Living.Peach Crisp | C it Nutritionally

  • C it Nutritionally recently had it’s highest views of ANY day, then month…what a great July!

  • Over 50 nutritious and delicious original recipes have been shared and over 50 weeks of Meatless Monday posts sharing my personal favorite tips and tricks, plus recipes galore! To view the entire collection in one place, click here!

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I started C it Nutritionally to share research, healthier recipes, and an outlet for me to write while in graduate school for my future career as an R.D. (Registered Dietitian). Whether thousands of people read daily or no one does, I honestly just love having my own voice to debunk myths and reduce the nutrition clutter I read on a daily basis…plus share the gazillions of ideas that pop into my head!

1st Blogiversary + Watermelon Cake | C it Nutritionally

I’m SO unbelievably proud of the thousands of baby steps we have taken over the past 365 days (and I say WE because C it Nutritionally would be no where without it’s loyal readers!!!).

Let’s blow out the candle together! 

1st Blogiversary + Watermelon Cake | C it Nutritionally

Surprise guests with this watermelon cake at your next party!

1st Blogiversary + Watermelon Cake | C it Nutritionally

No bake, but assembly IS required!

Simply cut off the ends of your watermelon so it can sit flat on your working surface.

Using a sharp, serrated knife, carefully remove the rind. {Carefully being the KEY word!} 

Smooth out edges with your knife to form a cake-like cylinder. 

Due to the slippery surface of watermelon (and most fruits — feel free to use a cantaloupe or honeydew to make this cake), icing has trouble adhering. To solve this problem, and lower your sugar intake, get creative with your favorite fruits and toothpicks.

I used grapes and berries for my 1st blogiversary celebration!

1st Blogiversary + Watermelon Cake | C it Nutritionally

ENJOY 🙂

1st Blogiversary + Watermelon Cake | C it Nutritionally

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who puts up with my constant picture-taking, late night blogging, tasting some questionable experiments, and reading my antics totally insightful thoughts everyday!! Your support means the WORLD to me!
1st Blogiversary + Watermelon Cake | C it Nutritionally
Have a very fruity day!
XO

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  2. in the blogosphere your site is out of this world and incredibly delicious to boot…..not to mention well written, witty and just enough touch of sass!!!

    here’s to enjoying many more interesting stories, recipes and food for thought!!

    congrats C

  3. Happy Blogiversary!!!Best of luck to you. I love this cake made out of fruit…wonderful picture and idea.

  4. Wow!!! You have had an amazing year of blogging! It’s nice to see you do something you are truly passionate about! Many more happy, healthy years of new ideas and recipes!!!

  5. HAPPY BLOGIVERSARY!! Enjoy your beautiful cake. We all
    look forward to many more Happy Blogiversaries to
    share with you.