Thanks to Sarahjane and all her kitchen helpers for making the Fourth Annual Global Vegan Waffle Party on Saturday, May 25 at Fuller Park in Minneapolis a huge success. Each year, the waffle party allows us to begin conversations about where our food comes from and the effects of our food choices. This year, the theme of the event was connection: the connection between veganism and protecting animals and the environment, and the building of connections with other members of our community. Over 100 people participated and we were thrilled to see all the new people interested in learning more about veganism.

Thanks also to LUV NICE CREAM for sampling their new vegan ice cream and donating a percentage of the sales to ARC. The ice cream has no added sugar, and it’s also gluten free and soy free. See photos from the waffle party and vegan ice cream sampling.

Many people asked for the waffle recipe we used so here it is for your waffle enjoyment:

Easy, Basic Waffles

1 cup all purpose flour
1 cup white whole wheat/pastry flour
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups almond milk
1 cup applesauce
2 tbsp canola oil