Homemade Pancake Mix Recipe - Skip the Box and Make Your Own! (2024)

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It’s super easy to make your own DIY Homemade Pancake Mix. It only takes 5 minutes to put together and then is just as easy to use as a box mix- but BETTER!

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When it comes to weekend breakfasts, one of our favorites around here is pancakes. It’s hard to beat a nice fluffy pancake that’s golden on the outside and tender inside. With lots of syrup of course!

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While it’s super easy to grab a box of store-bought pancake mix, add in an ingredient or two and cook – it’s just as easy to have your own HOMEMADE pancakes on the weekend.

All you need is a little preparation ahead of time ONCE to whip up a batch of this homemade pancake mix recipe to give you a bunch of weekends of easy-to-make pancakes!

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This pancake mix recipe uses only 5 ingredients and will take you less than 5 minutes to mix together.

Once you do, you’ll have six batches of pancake mix to use whenever you’re ready to cook them.

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The recipe below makes 6 cups of mix, but you can double or triple the recipe and save yourself some time in the long run.

When it comes time to making the pancakes, all you do is add an egg and a cup of milk to one cup of your homemade mix.

Then you can say that you always make your own pancakes from scratch. Look at you, all home-cooky and all!

You can also use the mix to make lots of other pancake variations. Here are three of my favorites:

Strawberry Pancakes with Cream Cheese Glaze are perfect for weekend brunch, Mother’s Day or any special breakfast. The recipe shows how to make the pancakes from scratch, but starting with your newly made mix is easier.

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Another super easy option for using your pancake mix is to make sheet pan pancakes. This blueberry banana sheet pan pancakes recipe is extra delicious!

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And if you want to get a hearty breakfast you can hold in your hand, your pancake mix is perfect for making Copycat McDonald’s McGriddles!

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How to Store Homemade Pancake Mix:

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To store the mix, you can put it in any airtight container. I love the Rubbermaid Brilliance storage containers because they lock super well.

Another option is to store in it Mason jars. You can even get big half gallon Mason jars that look really cool sitting on your kitchen counter.

If you decide to make a huge batch of mix, you can even put it in freezer bags and store it in the freezer for up to two years.

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Another awesome option is to make the pancake mix as a GIFT IDEA! Mix up the mix and put it in Mason jars or glass jars with a wire clamp and tie each with a bow made of colorful ribbon.

To take your gift to the next level, we made these labels including the simple instructions for your gift recipient to make their pancakes. You can print the Homemade Pancake Mix labels HERE.

I like to print them out on label paper and stick right to the jar, but you could also print on plain paper and glue to the front, or print on heavyweight paper, punch a hole in the corner and attach to the jar with a piece of ribbon or bakers twine.

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Homemade Pancake Mix Recipe

INGREDIENTS:
6 cup Flour
1/4 cup Sugar
3 tbsp Baking Powder
2 tsp Baking Soda
1 tsp Salt

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How to Make Homemade Pancake Mix:

Combine ingredients and mix well.
Store in airtight container.

To use the mix when you’re ready to make pancakes, combine 1 cup mix with 1 cup milk and 1 egg.

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Homemade Pancake Mix

Chrysa

It's super easy to make your own DIY Homemade Pancake Mix. It only takes 5 minutes to put together and then is just as easy to use as a box mix- but BETTER! (Recipe makes enough for 6 batches of 10-12 pancakes each.)

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Servings 60 Pancakes

Calories 49 kcal

Ingredients

  • 6 cup Flour
  • 1/4 cup Sugar
  • 3 tbsp Baking Powder
  • 2 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1 tsp Salt

Instructions

  • Combine ingredients and mix well.

  • Store in air tight container.

  • To use, combine 1 cup mix with 1 cup milk and 1 egg.

Nutrition

Calories: 49kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 1gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.02gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 139mgPotassium: 14mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 1gCalcium: 37mgIron: 1mg

I am not a nutritionist. These values were calculated automatically with the Spoonacular Food API.

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FAQs

What can you add to pancake mix if you don't have enough? ›

Vegetable Oil, Baking Powder, and Water: Pancakes are basically a quick bread, and this substitute is a good choice if you need to replace the eggs! Use 1 ½ tablespoons of vegetable oil, one teaspoon of baking powder, and 1 ½ tablespoons of water to equal one egg. Just add the combination to your wet ingredients.

What are 3 things that are discouraged when making pancakes? ›

5 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Making Pancakes
  • Overmixing the batter. You know that urge you get to keep mixing that batter until the lumps are gone and it's totally smooth? ...
  • Not resting the batter. ...
  • Not starting with a hot-enough pan. ...
  • Setting the heat too high. ...
  • Flipping your pancakes too soon and too often.
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What can I add to pancake mix? ›

Or add espresso powder to the chocolate chip pancakes to create mocha latte pancakes (topped with whipped cream, of course). Experiment with chia seeds, molasses, raspberries, dried cranberries, or even pineapple. Go for savory pancakes by adding squash, carrots or cheddar cheese.

What makes pancakes fluffier? ›

5 Tips for Fluffier Pancakes
  1. Allow the Batter to Rest. A good rule of thumb when you're wondering how to make fluffy pancakes is to let the batter rest. ...
  2. Beat the Egg Whites. Separate your yolk from the egg white then beat to create a fluffy pancake. ...
  3. Don't Over Mix! ...
  4. Wait for the Bubbles. ...
  5. Follow a Good Recipe.
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What is a substitute for all purpose flour in pancakes? ›

Oat Flour. This flour alternative is made with ground oats. High in fiber and slightly sweet in flavor, oat flour will most often be seen as a flour replacement for a portion of the white or wheat flour in homemade bread, pancakes, and other baked goods.

Should you let pancake batter rest in the fridge? ›

A – If you are going to let your batter rest, leave it for at least 30 minutes in the fridge. If you've got time, leave it for longer – even overnight in the fridge. Some say that there is no point in letting the batter rest and there's certainly no harm in using it straight away. Go ahead if you're in a rush.

Is it cheaper to buy pancake mix or make your own? ›

It's easy to find boxed pancake mix on sale for just a few dollars. So, if you use organic flour and organic sugar, your homemade pancake mix will cost you more. However, if you buy flour, sugar, baking soda, and baking powder in bulk, the cost per pancake is cheaper than a boxed mix.

Is it better to mix pancakes wet into dry or dry into wet? ›

Mixing the dry ingredients into the wet was far more successful. Following this order made for a more supple dough that was easier to combine thoroughly without overmixing (which can overdevelop gluten), so it turned out more delicate, finely textured results. It also made cleanup easier.

Is it OK to use milk instead of water in pancake mix? ›

Can you use milk instead of water for pancakes? You sure can! Instead of water, you can use any kind of milk, including almond milk and coconut milk, to mix up the pancake batter.

Can I add an extra egg to pancake mix? ›

Add an Egg

Even if your pancake mix doesn't call for an egg, mix one into the batter. The egg will add richness to the recipe and make the end result taste like homemade pancakes. If your pancake mix already calls for an egg, try adding an extra one.

Can I put 2 eggs in pancake mix? ›

Start with 1 1/4 cups milk, adding up to another 1/4 cup if necessary, as you mix it with the flour. Add the two eggs, vanilla if using and oil, whisking until mixed but still a bit lumpy.

Can you substitute an egg in pancake mix? ›

Most people add a bit of shortening or oil to the flour before mixing it, but some people just fry the pancakes in butter or oil. A cup of flour will make somewhere around 8 medium size pancakes. To replace one egg when baking, spring for 1/4 cup of vegetable oil. It truly works like a charm.

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