Pancake Mix Recipe

Homemade Pancakes are pretty much the perfect weekend food. The only thing better than pancakes are homemade pancakes from a homemade pancake mix! All of the goodness of homemade pancakes… made faster!

If you’re anything like us, your weekend mornings are spent in pajamas with cups of coffee and mucho laziness… whipping up these pancakes is the perfect fit for those lazy mornings!

Simple and quick… and perfectly fluffy. Stacked tall with cold butter and real maple syrup (and crispy bacon). It’s almost the only reason to get out of bed on a Saturday!

Homemade Pancakes don’t take many ingredients. You’ll simply take some dry ingredients and combine them with butter, eggs and milk… voila, pancakes.

Making a homemade pancake mix just means keeping the right ratios of dry ingredients ready to go. You’ll simply scoop some mix, add some wet ingredients and you’re on your way to fluffy pancake perfection in minutes.

Buying and preparing all of your own foods is the single easiest way to ensure that you know exactly what your family is eating. It is also a great way to save money on groceries! Most pre-made baking mixes are typically simply mixtures of very simple, common dry baking ingredients. You can make your own cake, bread and other mixes and get delicious and cheap baked goods but, today, let’s discuss pancake mixes. This homemade pancake mix is easy to whip up and is a great way to save on the budget.

To make sure your homemade pancakes are perfectly fluffy here are a few of my fave tips:

Get ready to make healthier, more budget-friendly pancakes that your kids and the whole family will love! The best part is that once you have this homemade pancake mix in the cupboard, these are on the table in just a few minutes! Breakfast for dinner anyone?

Ta da! Totally homemade, delicious and healthy pancakes! You will save money and feel really good about what you are feeding your family. The more you control what goes into your foods, the healthier and happier you (and your wallet) will be.

pancake mix recipe

Homemade Pancake Mix!

pancake mix recipe

Delicious fluffy pancakes from a homemade mix.

Prep: 5min

Total: 15min

Yield: 20

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 152 kcal, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 3 g, Saturated Fat 2 g, Cholesterol 41 mg, Sodium 281 mg, Sugar 4 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 cup pancake mix above
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup milk (or as needed)
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter or oil

Instruction:

  1. Store tightly sealed in a cool dry place.
  2. Pour ⅓ cup batter and cook until bubbles on the surface of the pancakes have popped (about 3-4 minutes). Flip and cook until the underside is light golden (another 1 – 2 minutes).

The Perfect Homemade Pancake Mix

pancake mix recipe

How to make pancake mix: this homemade pancake mix uses just 5 ingredients and takes minutes to prepare, for up to 6 months of almost “instant” light and fluffy pancakes and waffles!

Prep: 5min

Total: 5min

Yield: 45

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 43 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 0.1 g, Saturated Fat 0.02 g, Sodium 149 mg, Fiber 0.3 g, Sugar 1 g, unSaturated Fat 0.06 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups white flour
  • 2 Tbsp sugar (white granulated, coconut sugar, raw cane sugar, or a sugar alternative like erythritol (adjust the amount accordingly))
  • 2 tsp salt (Kosher or sea salt; reduce if using table salt)
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 large egg (or an egg replacer such as a chia egg, flax egg, or whipped aquafaba⅓)
  • 3/4 cup milk (or 1 cup buttermilk)
  • 1 tbsp melted butter (or coconut oil/vegetable oil)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

Instruction:

  1. Combine all the dry ingredients, mix, and store!
  2. Store in an airtight glass container in a cool, dark, dry place like a pantry or kitchen cupboard for up to 6 months.Make things even more effortless by portioning the dry pancake mix recipe into single batch Ziplock bags (one cup of pancake mix makes 5-6 pancakes), so there’s NO measuring required when it comes time to use it.
  3. Enjoy with all your favorite toppings like syrup and berries!

HOW TO MAKE BETTY CROCKER PANCAKE MIX

FAQ

How to make a simple pancake?

3 Method Steps
  1. Whisk eggs (2 eggs), milk (1 3/4 cup milk) and vanilla (1 tsp vanilla essence) together in a jug. Sift flour (2 cups self-raising flour) into a large bowl. …
  2. Heat a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat. …
  3. Serve with maple syrup (Maple syrup, to serve) and extra butter.

What is good to add to pancake mix?

Perk up boxed pancake mix by adding a dash of baking soda, lemon juice, vanilla and sugar. For maple flavor, add a small splash of maple syrup to the pancake batter. For a sweet-and-spicy touch, sprinkle some vanilla and cinnamon into the batter.

What are the ingredients for pancakes made from scratch?

You only need a few basic pantry staples: milk, butter, egg, sugar, flour, baking powder, and salt. Plus I add a little vanilla extract for a little more depth of flavor. The batter only takes minutes to mix together, then you’re on your way to a cozy homemade pancake breakfast.

Is pancake mix in a box just flour?

Is pancake mix just flour? No, pancake mix is not just flour. It contains some kind of sweetener, salt, and ingredients that help make the pancakes fluffy and helps them rise while they cook.

About the author

Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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