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First: The waffles look and sound delicious! I love playing with different flours.

Second: You’re right, people do judge!
I also experienced the judging look people give me when I say “I don’t eat grains anymore”. It’s not because I’m celiac but gluten intolerant as in: my body doesn’t like that stuff.
But many people act as if you offended them with your choice. Some will even offer me a cookie or a piece of cake, although I explained it to them.

I honestly don’t understand why people get so upset about those who have to or choose to be gluten free…

Thank you for sharing! As someone in the same situation (and the same dislike of being judged because of it) I sincerely appreciate your stepping out in this very public forum and sharing your story and this fantastic recipe. I cannot wait to try it (I just happen to have a gigantic pile of apples on hand. . . :) ).

Wow, I can’t believe that woman would say that about gluten intolerance – let people liveee, jeez! There’s nothing wrong with avoiding foods you can’t eat. I’m not gf but I occasionally experiment with wheat-free recipes which are often way nicer than the original (boring) versions. The textures and flavours can be amazing, so I have nothing against gf foods. Just like these waffles which look beautiful and delish :)

Thank you so much for the reminder that everyone is fighting their own battles and we cannot begin to presume to know where they are coming from. I, personally, am finding that I am mildly gluten-intolerant. I feel much better, have more energy and am generally more pleasant when I’m not filling my system up with wheat. So, in sum, I am thankful that you’ve shared your journey with us and continue to grace this space with beautiful photos and need-to-make-now recipes.

Girllll, these look right up my alley. Especially as we have a million pounds of apples down in our basement waiting for a happy home in some fall recipes. Really nicely put post, too. It is funny the way we skirt around things about ourselves sometimes isn’t it? Even on our very own sites. Thanks for the inspiration! ~m

I’m with Izy – I have no problem with eating gluten but I often prefer baking without it because the end result is so much more interesting and there’s so much more variety of textures and tastes. Besides, I think most of us could probably do to eat a little less of it in our lives.

Your waffles look hearty and delicious, and I look forward to making them one chilly morning for a great start to the day. I have no trouble with gluten, but decided several months back to eat less refined sugar and white flour (and meat) and more whole grains and natural sweeteners. I did this simply because I wanted to eat healthier without feeling like I was sacrificing anything. In 7 months I lost 20 pounds and feel so much more energetic. Whole grains have such a wide variety of textures and flavors, and are toothsome and so satisfying. So I thank you for your inspiration with the yummy waffles. They’ll fit right into my culinary lifestyle!

It took me quite a while to figure out that I was gluten intolerant, and when I did so many people around me didn’t understand the switch to my new, bread-free lifestyle. I found myself answering people’s questions that I didn’t always have the answers to about why my body rejected gluten. And I too received numerous comments about how this person or that person couldn’t give up bread and pasta – even my doctor! I loved reading this post, and I thank you for sharing.

I’ve eaten mainly vegetarian for almost 20 years now (!) so I definitely know what it’s like to be the one who has to ask for a special option. I’m with you on not wanting to inconvenience anyone, and wanting the food to be authentic and accepted for it’s own sake. I always try and make dishes which anyone would eat, which just happen to be veggie, and I think the same works for gluten-free.

I’ve also adjusted my diet over the years to keep myself feeling well and happy, and I absolutely agree with you, I’m going to go write out “We all deserve a chance at thriving” in my notebook.

Nice article, I’ve been following your blog for awhile and I didn’t even notice the lack of gluten! I have a few friends with that issue and it must be hard! I’ve been vegetarian for years so I’m used to people feeling like they can judge my food choices and demanding I justify them! These waffles look good but I don’t have a waffle maker! Would they work as pancakes? Love the fall flavours in this one.

1 / I love transparency and I love it even more that I understand how much courage it takes. 2 / I love that you’ve been GF for two years and your site is so full and rich no one would even notice. 3 / I love the look of these waffles.

This looks really good. Just started down the GF road a month ago as my teenage daughter was diagnosed with Celiac. This road is not easy for a baker who lives on the Canadian prairie with wheat, rye and barley growing all around her. Learning that NOTHING tastes like wheat. But we’re doing it, one step at a time and I’m very thankful for recipes like this one- will try this weekend!

Great post! As a dietitian who works with many people with gluten intolerance and celiac, I hear so many stories of cruel and judgmental things said by others. Although there are many who are hopping on the gluten free trend because it’s “the thing,” people often forget others have real health problems that are alleviated by removing gluten. This recipe looks delicious too!

Yay for team “what-makes-me-feel-vibrant-alive-and-ready-to-see-the-world.” Let’s start a movement? ;)

Hugs.

(these look bomb)

If anyone can/should proclaim their gluten-free choices with pride, it’s people like you who can inspire with such naturally gluten-free recipes and share tidbits of a lifestyle that’s anything but contrived or lacking! I’ve always admired those who start with a limitation and work with it in such a way that only leads to more endless possibilities and new ventures. All the power to ya.

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I love this. I love your shy bold confidence in this. I feel this too, which might seem strange since gluten-free is what I write about. But there have been other foods that have left, since I’ve figured out my own particular body doesn’t seem to like them much. And I don’t want my site to become a litany of cannot. But I’m glad you wrote about it. And oh! those apple photos.

Those waffles look great, now I’m thinking about breakfast for dinner!

I would love try this recipe. I have a waffle iron and use it multiple times a week. I have yet to add apples to my waffles. Or tried making them somewhat healthy for me. I will definitely be trying this recipe soon. Thanks for sharing!