What's a better way to spend your Saturday morning than making pancakes? I mean sure, if you can go on an adventure somewhere outdoors, that would be better. But sometimes you just want to stay home and cozy up with a warm drink, some pancakes, and of course, chocolate. Oh and don't forget a good book. 

After working my ass off the last few months, I started to miss being home and have some down time for myself. I'm a hardcore introvert (if that even makes sense). Spending time by myself, making some nourishing food, listening to music, reading, and journaling. All these are crucial things to me. If I spend a few weeks without any "me" time, I feel out of balance and drained. 

Making pancakes is one of my favorite ways to spend time with myself or with a close friend. It's heart-warming.

So below is an easy recipe you can make with your family or your loved ones. Heck, or just by yourself. #SelfLove

Healthy Whole Wheat Pancakes (Oil-Free!)

Ingredients

• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 cup rice milk
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tbsp apple vinegar 
• 1 ripe banana

Steps

1. Prep two large mixing bowls
2. In the first bowl, mix the flour and cinnamon
3. In the second bowl, mash the banana
4. Then mix all the remaining ingredients (plant milk, vinegar, and baking powder)
5. Slowly with a spatula, add the liquid mixture to the dry
6. Preheat a large non-stick skillet over low-medium heat
7. Add 1/3 cup of the batter to the pan and spread it
8. Let it cook for 1-2 minutes, one you see bubbles on the pancake's surface, FLIP IT LIKE A QUEEN!
9. Let it cook for another minute or two
10. Pre-heat your oven on 200F or 90C to keep your precious pancakes warm!
11. Make the rest of the pancakes until you're out of batter. 
12. Enjoy with this mouth-watering cacao spread