I have been dying to visit Sweet Freedom Bakery for quite some time and sample some of the delectable goodies that they bake. The website descriptions alone are enough to make my mouth salivate. The best part about these scrumptious treats…totally vegan! Actually they are nut, soy, corn, dairy, and gluten free.
Yesterday, I decided I just could not take it anymore and made a trip to the Sweet Freedom Bakery located on Lancaster Ave in Bryn Mawr, PA with my mom and sister. I was so excited driving in the car I could barely contain myself, trying to decide which item I would buy. Of course that was a silly notion as I walked away with three delicious treats.
As I entered into the meticulous bakery I reverted into a child- nose pressed against the glass, ogling all of the beautiful desserts. The women working at the counter were welcoming, sweet, and energetic, ready to answer all questions and make suggestions. Especially since I needed to narrow down my selection and refrain from ordering one of everything!
I have to say, for someone with so many food restrictions and allergies ( and I know I am not alone) this was my first relaxed bakery experience. Normally, it is an anxiety inducing situation. I have to ask a million questions whether or not the items with nuts touched the items without etc.- holding my breath and EpiPen as I take the first bite. After 30 years what a pleasure to walk into Sweet Freedom Bakery and simply point to what I wanted without the worry and stress. When explaining this to the women they were so thrilled and said they love to hear that from customers because that is the whole reason for this bakery. The bakery refers to itself as a “safe haven” and I could not agree more.
I will not keep you in suspense any longer. Now for my purchases. As I said it was a challenge to limit my selection, but I settled on three luscious treats including a rich cake like brownie, a chocolate chip cookie sandwich filled with decadent chocolate frosting, and a finger licking magic bar chock full of coconut and layered with chocolate. Each treat was better than the next, absolutely delicious, and worth the wait.
Check out the full menu here. Also Sweet Freedom Bakery offers fresh smoothies, juices, and cake options, which can be ordered ahead of time for a special event.
