Apple Cinnamon Pancakes | Gluten-Free, Diary-Free

Apple Cinnamon Pancakes | Gluten-Free, Diary-Free

It was a Monday morning and my mental health was already getting the best of me. I was literally curled in a blanket on my beanbag crying over a good weekend that turned bad, and I was now allowing it to trickle into my week. What frustrated me the most was that I was so determined to have a good day and start it off right. I really wanted to make pancakes that morning but somehow ended up with no appetite and zero motivation. But history has shown that the longer I allow myself to remain in this state, the more difficult it is to jump out of it. I didn’t want to waste any more of my day. And even though starting off the day was a little bit delayed, I didn’t let it stop me from starting it at all.

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Carrot Cake | Gluten-free, Dairy-free

I spent an entire afternoon making this cake — mostly because I enjoy taking my time doing things I really enjoy. I’d have to say I stepped out of my comfort zone a little bit with this one. It’s a rare occasion when I crave something that’s not chocolate. I bake according to my cravings.

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Banana Bread | Gluten-free, Lactose-free

Banana Bread | Gluten-free, Lactose-free

I think many are finding that they have a little more extra time to experiment with baking. With COVID-19 it may not be as safe to have a coffee and a treat at your favorite cafe but it doesn’t mean you can’t make a treat for yourself at home. Personally, I find it very therapeutic and self-fulfilling when I bake something new or a little out of my comfort zone even if it doesn’t succeed at first.
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