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Pancake Mix Recipe

45 · Aug 28, 2018

Make pancakes every morning with this easy Pancake Mix Recipe! All you need is water, oil and an egg for the fluffiest pancakes ever!

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Something that makes me happy? Pancake Mix…made into warm pancakes…smothered with all the good stuff I love: butter, real maple syrup and the occasional schmear of peanut butter. The only issue with pancakes I have is waking up early enough to make a batch and get my kids out the door to catch their bus.

Enter this utterly divine pancake mix.

If you need the perfect way to make pancakes, this is it. It’s a fast, simple method that will give you probably some of the best pancakes out there. Plus you make the base pancake mix ahead of time so when it comes time to actually make pancakes, it’s a cinch.

In the pancake mix recipe, I call for a lot of common ingredients and one, not-so-common ingredient: powdered milk! I hate to say it, but it really is my secret and the key to prosperity, success and the fluffiest pancakes in the wooooorrrrrllllldddd. (This homemade Cinnamon Roll Syrup is also highly recommended.)

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Here’s how to make pancake mix:

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Measure out a bunch of flour, sugar, powdered milk, salt and leavenings into a mixing bowl.

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Stir it together and that’s it!! Pancake mix you can use for days and days.

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How to make pancakes:

To make a batch of these, simply measure out 2 cups of the mix, then add in an egg, some water and a little oil.

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Whisk ’til the batter is smooth and fry these little dudes up.

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Good things happening right here!

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Eat these babies hot off the griddle.

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Ideally with butter.

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And a touch of syrup…

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ok, A LOT of syrup.

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These will had the same texture that store bought mixes would have, but minus all the weirdo ingredients.

Yes, you still have to stand over a stove for 10-ish minutes cooking pancakes, but that’s a small price to pay after one bite of these!

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This would be perfect for your food storage {if you do that sort of thing} OR, even to have on hand for a faster breakfast idea.

Give this one a whirl, you guys! You won’t be sorry 🙂

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PS- This recipe also makes waffles! Whhheeeeeee!

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Pancake Mix

Make pancakes every morning with this easy Pancake Mix Recipe! All you need is water, oil and an egg for the fluffiest pancakes ever!

Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 8 cups of mix
Calories 613 kcal

Ingredients

Instant Pancake & Waffle Mix

  • 6 1/3 cups all purpose unbleached flour
  • 1 1/3 cups instant dry milk powder
  • 2 tablespoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • {Instant Pancakes}
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups pancake mix
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • {Instant Waffles}
  • 2 cups mix
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 1 1/4 cups cold water
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Instructions

Instant Pancake Mix

  1. Measure all ingredients into the bowl of a stand mixer. Stir to combine. Store in airtight containers before using.

Instant Pancakes

  1. Whisk all ingredients together until smooth. Fry on lightly greased griddle until golden brown.

Instant Waffles

  1. Whisk all ingredients together until smooth. Pour onto preheated and greased waffle iron and cook as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Pancake Mix
Amount Per Serving
Calories 613 Calories from Fat 90
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 88mg 29%
Sodium 1026mg 43%
Potassium 879mg 25%
Total Carbohydrates 105g 35%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Sugars 19g
Protein 22g 44%
Vitamin A 12.7%
Vitamin C 2%
Calcium 49.2%
Iron 31.2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Comments

  1. Coleen says

    September 10, 2014 at 11:12 pm

    Lauren, I’d have given you a “thank you” wave! I know what you mean, lol. Thank you for another yuMMy recipe.

    Reply
  2. Angela says

    September 11, 2014 at 1:15 am

    Laura this looks like a fantastic recipe! I always love making pancakes from stratch but hate measuring out the ingredients every single time for one batch, especially since I make pancakes often, this definitely reduces prep time and less dishes! I was wondering if you would post a similar recipe but for homemade microwave cake mix, like those betty crocker dessert delights? Every once in a while I enjoy a “microwave mug cake” but I find that this could be done even simpler if made an “instant” mix like this. Thanks for reading this, I love all your recipes! 🙂 xoxo

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      September 11, 2014 at 7:41 am

      Thanks, Angela!!

      Reply
  3. Donna says

    September 11, 2014 at 1:35 am

    Can’t wait to try this! I was wondering though… could you add some buttermilk powder for some of the powdered milk to make buttermilk pancakes?

    Reply
    • Amy says

      September 11, 2014 at 3:01 am

      I am wondering the same thing

      Reply
    • Beckett @ Birchwood Pie says

      September 11, 2014 at 5:13 am

      Exactly what I was thinking! I’m going to try it and find out.

      Reply
      • Lauren says

        September 11, 2014 at 7:42 am

        I would sub out half the instant milk powder for buttermilk powder to start. I didn’t even think to use buttermilk powder….smart!!

        Reply
    • Susan Marie says

      September 11, 2014 at 7:58 am

      I was wondering the same thing! I always make my pancakes with buttermilk. I have some of the powder in my freezer, so I guess I’ll give it a try. However, with buttermilk, you generally don’t have to add baking powder due to the acidity of the buttermilk. Then the amount of baking soda would change, too. It’s been too long since I took Food Science in college. 🙂

      Reply
    • Michele says

      February 22, 2015 at 7:08 am

      Did you try the buttermilk powder with success?

      Reply
    • Amy says

      March 1, 2015 at 11:01 pm

      The buttermilk powder I use suggests refrigeration after opening. I would guess then, that if you use buttermilk powder in this recipe, you’d have to store it in the fridge? I would think regular powdered milk would be better if you would want to store it in your pantry. Anybody try the buttermilk powder yet?

      Reply
  4. Karen says

    September 11, 2014 at 1:46 am

    Thank you so much. I am forever running out of boxed pancake mix and don’t have time to make homemade ones during the week. This will be super easy to put together. Can’t wait to make them!

    Reply
  5. Bri | Bites of Bri says

    September 11, 2014 at 3:23 am

    Oh my gosh. I feel the exact same way! No one ever waves anymore, except apparently you and me! I’ll wave if you let me in 🙂 It irritates me that people expect it and don’t say thanks! These pancakes could solve all of that though. 🙂

    Reply
  6. Stacey I says

    September 11, 2014 at 3:55 am

    Girl – drives me crazy when people don’t give me the ‘thank you wave’!!! I make sure I always do, but it is almost rare to find people that do it anymore!

    Reply
  7. Deb says

    September 11, 2014 at 5:41 am

    Hi. Love this recipe! How long will this instant pancake mix last in an airtight container? Days? Weeks? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      September 11, 2014 at 7:43 am

      Check the expiration dates on all your ingredients! It would expire after the earliest listed date.

      Reply
  8. Kathy H. says

    September 11, 2014 at 5:52 am

    This sounds great for a homemade mix, but I found something wonderful at Target …… Look where the pancake mixes/syrup are, and you will see Kodiak Cakes, a brand that was featured on Shark Tank. The great thing about this mix is that ALL you add is water…..one cup of mix plus one cup of water, so if you want to make a smaller batch, just cut that down to 1/2 cup of each. They make two different flavors – Buttermilk & Honey and Whole Wheat, Oats. & Honey. It’s $4.99 a box, and it will make bunch of pancakes! I’ve only used it so far to make waffles, but they are DELICIOUS! When I don’t feel like whipping up my favorite homemade mix, this is my go-to mix I like to use!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      September 11, 2014 at 7:44 am

      Kodiak Cakes actually sent me some products to try!! Yummy!

      Reply
    • Holly dellolio says

      September 19, 2014 at 1:01 pm

      We used that for pancakes at church for lent. It was really good. You can also get that at Von’s in California.

      Reply
  9. Sandra says

    September 11, 2014 at 6:22 am

    I’ve taught my children that you actually should *double* wave — wave once as the person lets your car in, then wave again once you’ve made your move! Twice the thanks!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      September 11, 2014 at 7:48 am

      Yes, THANK YOU!!

      Reply
  10. Peggy says

    September 11, 2014 at 6:28 am

    What about self-rising flour or do you live in a part of the country where it’s hard to get?

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      September 11, 2014 at 7:45 am

      I can find self rising flour easily in Portland, but it’s easier for me to just buy all purpose flour and add in the leavenings myself.

      Reply
  11. Karen says

    September 11, 2014 at 6:56 am

    Can you use whole wheat flour in place of white flour without changing the rest of the recipe?

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      September 11, 2014 at 7:46 am

      I would only substitute half of the flour for whole wheat. If you sub the entire amount, be prepared to add more liquid to the batter when making your batches of pancakes.

      Reply
  12. Sandy says

    September 11, 2014 at 7:00 am

    I have been looking for a mix like these because my kids LOVE pancakes for breakfast. Do you know how long it will keep?

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      September 11, 2014 at 7:46 am

      Check the expiration dates on all your ingredients! It would expire after the earliest listed date.

      Reply
  13. S says

    September 11, 2014 at 7:12 am

    Cnt wait to try this!!! Been searching for the best pancake mix that i can store for later use! The pancake looks soooo fluffy! What i like abt this is it uses powdered milk! I loooove powdered milk! With the 6+ cups of flour, is 1/3 cup of sugar sweet enough? I dnt usually put syrup on my pancakes and like it plain when i eat ’em that’s y im wondering if the amount of sugar is sweet enough 🙂

    Thank you soooo much!!!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      September 11, 2014 at 7:47 am

      I thought they were slightly sweet, but you are welcome to add in a heaping 1/3 cup of sugar just to be sure!

      Reply
  14. Leah says

    September 11, 2014 at 7:13 am

    Any suggestions of a powder substitute that would make it dairy free? Still learning how to cope and substitute with my milk allergies! Do they make an almond milk powder like they do a powder milk?

    Reply
    • Mardee says

      September 15, 2014 at 1:50 pm

      Maybe try this

      http://www.aussiehealthproducts.com.au/milk-products.php?id=78378&Bonvit-Soy-Milk-Powder-ORGANIC-500g

      Reply
      • Jill says

        September 19, 2014 at 7:15 pm

        Van’s Dari-Free makes a milk substitute powder that is made from potatoes. It’s got calcium and is the closest in flavor to real milk that we have found. You can buy it direct on their website. Super easy as you just mix it with water but it might take some experimenting to find the right proportion. Nice thing about the product though is that you can make it as strong or weak as you like. I feel for you! It’s really hard dealing with milk allergies when you only want to cook one thing for the whole family!

        Reply
  15. Barbara M says

    September 11, 2014 at 7:16 am

    I walk alot for excercise and I have come to the conclusion that there is very little politeness out there, particularly behind the wheel. When driving, I always do the double wave one commenter spoke of, but I guess we are among the limited minority. At least we can moan a little here, thanks for giving the opportunity! That said, these pancakes look and sound just yummy!!! My daughter loves pancakes and I’ve done waffles using a similar recipe, but always end up going the ‘Bisquick’ route for hurried before-school pancakes. This looks simple, and delicious and we each have one more opportunity to high five ourselves for our home made, hand made simplicity. Thank you.

    Reply
  16. Jen says

    September 11, 2014 at 7:21 am

    How long does it keep on the shelf? Til it smells weird?

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      September 11, 2014 at 7:49 am

      Check the expiration dates on all your ingredients! It would expire after the earliest listed date.

      Reply
      • Cindy says

        September 19, 2014 at 1:19 pm

        You could also keep it in the freezer.

        Reply
  17. Kathy says

    September 11, 2014 at 7:30 am

    What would you add for it to be used for waffles?

    Reply
    • Janelle says

      September 12, 2014 at 8:21 am

      I wondered the same! Since you add egg and oil to the pancake mix, I would think it’d be fine for waffles as is…but I don’t know for sure!

      Reply
    • sylvia says

      March 1, 2015 at 10:42 am

      You always use less water for waffle.

      Reply
      • Kat says

        May 20, 2015 at 9:56 am

        I was reading these comments hoping to find out about waffles. My family loves waffles!

        Reply
  18. Natalie | Paper & Birch says

    September 11, 2014 at 7:33 am

    You are not alone sista! Drives me batty when people don’t wave! Since you said this was the *best* I guess that means I must try it! 🙂

    Reply
  19. Diane in Cincinnati says

    September 11, 2014 at 7:40 am

    I agree – I can’t stand it when people don’t wave a “thank you!”

    Reply
  20. Anthony Liga says

    September 11, 2014 at 11:15 am

    Hard to beat Hungry Jack and I’m a pancake conniseur.

    Reply
  21. Liz @ Floating Kitchen says

    September 11, 2014 at 1:05 pm

    Wow – these pancakes do look fluffy! Love the idea of having pre-made pancake mix ready to go for the mornings!

    Reply
  22. Becky says

    September 11, 2014 at 1:17 pm

    I’m totally making these!

    Additionally, I am a let-er in-er and an over waver thank-er if that makes sense 🙂

    Reply
  23. Darcelle says

    September 11, 2014 at 2:12 pm

    Thank you! A great idea for kids who want to make pancakes on their own and have no additives/preservatives. about the curtesy wave, it is standard here when you give way to anyone, the person waves to acknowledge when passing goint the opposite direction or after they see you are letting them go in front of you. It is one of the most polite things I noticed living in England.

    Reply
  24. Billie says

    September 11, 2014 at 7:43 pm

    This Looks Great. I’m Just Wondering How Many servings This Would Be Per 2 Cup Batch.

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      September 12, 2014 at 6:08 am

      I got 10 3-inch pancakes from one batch.

      Reply
  25. Luci {Luci's Morsels} says

    September 11, 2014 at 8:59 pm

    I HATE jerky, ungrateful drivers. We moved to Los Angeles a year ago and few people wave to thank me. And blinkers are considered optional sometimes. And the one that really yanks my chain is people honking and speeding by/around me as I’m backing out of a parking spot. OK. I obviously need pancakes now too! I love this simple homemade version – perfect for quick breakfasts on the go!

    Reply
  26. Kathy Salazar says

    September 12, 2014 at 2:59 am

    Let me start with- wait for it- I Do the wave.☺️& I can’t wait to try this mix! Thank you from a mom if a girl who would have pancakes EVERYDAY if I would only cook them! Thank You!

    Reply
  27. Lynda says

    September 12, 2014 at 5:24 am

    I roll down window and give about a 3-4 second thumbs up or if traffic is harried, I do the wave but always acknowledge. I too get irked when people were behind me about 4 lengths and could have merged then but wait till the last minute and expect you, their last opportunity to merge to let them in. More people who egregiously think they are entitled.
    The pancake mix is an answer to wants. Your recipes in the past have been great and I trust this will be. Will make thus today with granddaughters so they know their are options other than running to the store for a box. We can have the same with no ucky stuff. Thanks Lauren.

    Reply
  28. Joanne says

    September 12, 2014 at 5:38 am

    Any changes if I wanted to make a waffle mix?

    Reply
  29. Karen T says

    September 12, 2014 at 6:16 am

    Your pancakes look so perfect! Beautiful. Thank you for the recipe…I was thinking buttermilk powder too…but hey, could just use the milk powder and then, instead of all water, a little real buttermilk too…I always have buttermilk in my refrigerator.

    Anyway, the pancakes look delicious and I am giving you a double wave…and a thank you.

    Reply
  30. [email protected] says

    September 12, 2014 at 7:02 am

    This looks great! Can’t wait to share it!

    Reply
  31. Ruth says

    September 17, 2014 at 6:42 am

    Hi there,
    I am a grumpy,invisible lady too.
    I would double wave you xxxx

    P.S great pancake idea 🙂

    Reply
  32. natasha says

    September 17, 2014 at 7:03 am

    Can you add a vanilla bean to the dry mixture for that really cakey taste? Sounds terrific.

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      September 17, 2014 at 7:41 am

      Yes! Dried vanilla beans would work great!!

      Reply
      • Cindy Price says

        September 17, 2014 at 3:34 pm

        On this note, could you add liquid vanilla to the wet mix? How would you alter it?

        Reply
        • Lauren says

          September 18, 2014 at 8:20 am

          Yes, you can add in vanilla to the mix.

          Reply
  33. Laurynn says

    September 17, 2014 at 10:04 am

    This looks great! Can you substitute EVOO or coconut oil for the canola? Thats what i have on hand 🙂

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      September 18, 2014 at 8:20 am

      yes!

      Reply
  34. Dora says

    September 18, 2014 at 2:14 am

    Hey! Can we substitute water with milk? 🙂 Thanks!

    Reply
  35. L*** says

    September 18, 2014 at 10:36 am

    Hi- thanks for the recipe…
    I was wondering if we can omit the powdered milk from the dry ingredients and then replace it with regular milk instead of water when ready to mix?
    Thank you:-)

    Reply
    • vanessa says

      October 26, 2014 at 5:26 am

      I was wondering that too. Powdered milk isn’t something I keep on hand. And kids wanted pancakes right now

      Reply
  36. Nani' says

    September 18, 2014 at 1:43 pm

    My family loves my pancakes! I always make from scratch! The youngest likes strawberry, the two older like chocolate chip pancakes! I’m a “seasoned ” country cook and my GREATEST PASSION is cooking for my friends and family! I cannot wait to whip up this recipe! Thank you so much for it!!!! God Bless

    Reply
  37. Katie says

    September 18, 2014 at 2:10 pm

    Yum!! We eat a lot of pancakes at our house. What is really nice is some buttermilk syrup over the pancakes and fresh cut strawberries. I made this one time for my husband’s family and they informed me that they were “Maple Syrup” eaters and wouldn’t even try it. Then they came to my house and my sister-in-law’s son helped make the syrup so then they gave it a try….needless to say they were converted after the first bit. You never know what you might be missing out on if you don’t open up your mind. Your recipe I am definitely going to try. Thank you.

    Reply
    • Gail says

      September 19, 2014 at 1:48 pm

      What is buttermilk syrup?

      Reply
  38. Wil Wu says

    September 19, 2014 at 7:43 am

    Thanks for this awesome mix recipe. It’s totally yummy. Added a bit of vanilla when making them. By the way, **wave** **wave** Thanks!

    Reply
  39. Shalyse says

    September 20, 2014 at 4:05 am

    Thanks for the recipe! Do you know if I could use powered egg, if we run out of real eggs in a food storage situation?

    Reply
  40. jenn says

    September 20, 2014 at 6:37 am

    Can you cook these up and freeze them?

    Reply
  41. Kate says

    September 22, 2014 at 6:28 am

    I ALWAYS wave – ALWAYS!!!!! and if I’m on the interstate I flash my hazard lights for a couple seconds. 1) my kids always ask “who are you waving at?” EVERY. TIME. 2) my husband has never heard of the flashing hazards and thinks I’m insane and no one else knows what it means. Maybe I was a trucker in my former life?

    Reply
  42. Allie says

    September 22, 2014 at 10:57 am

    Definitely will try this recipe! I also feel your pain, when jerks try to pull in front of you or don’t acknowledge your kindness to let them thru

    Reply
  43. Tatiana says

    September 22, 2014 at 2:54 pm

    I absolutely LOVED these pancakes. Followed your instructions exactly as written they could not have tasted any better. This is my new go-to pancake recipe. Thank you! Can’t wait to make them again! 🙂

    Reply
  44. Charlotte Gasper says

    September 22, 2014 at 5:53 pm

    I am going too give my 12yr old a try at making these pancakes. He is so awesome at waffles, french toast. pancakes, and homemade bread (which he makes in our bread maker) Thank you.

    Reply
  45. Christa says

    September 28, 2014 at 11:47 am

    I used this mix to do a brunch at our Ronald McDonald House today! My pancakes went over quite well! I made Blackberry, Banana, and Blueberry Pancakes (some plain ones too, but nobody wanted plain once they went for the fruity ones!) These were a hit!

    I added some vanilla extract for extra flavor. I also added some nutmeg for the plain and the banana pancakes. This is a very versatile mix and I could see keeping this in my cabinet for everyday use!

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  46. Tisha says

    September 29, 2014 at 11:06 am

    I always thank you wave! Made the pancake mix last week when my family wanted pancakes for supper! I used half buttermilk powder in place of the dry milk. It was yummy! Used the mix again today and added red food coloring, cocoa, and vanilla to make red velvet waffles. I drizzled them with cream cheese icing. Yum, Yum, Yummy! I wish I could post a pic! Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
  47. rose anne says

    September 30, 2014 at 11:37 pm

    thank you for the recipe! it was great i increased the sugar to 1 cup my daughters have sweet tooth.

    Reply
  48. Janice says

    October 12, 2014 at 6:54 am

    I bought a bag of self rising flour by mistake. Would it be acceptable (quantiy of baking powder) to use in this recipe.

    Reply
  49. Pam says

    October 13, 2014 at 8:01 pm

    What to do for a grandchild with an egg allergy?

    Reply
    • Farmraisedkids says

      May 4, 2018 at 11:25 am

      A tablespoon of ground flaxseed for every egg. Add a little extra liquid.

      Reply
  50. Marilyn Brennan says

    October 14, 2014 at 7:04 pm

    Awesome, thank you very much!

    Reply
    • Barbara Haley says

      July 14, 2018 at 1:47 pm


      Thank you for this recipe, Have always keep store bought on hand, so am going to try this first thing in am. I have tried a lot of your recipes and suggestions, and so far everything has been great. Thank you so much

      Reply
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