Create homemade pancake mix in a matter of minutes using just a couple of simple ingredients that is great for storing for later.
Growing up, I loved it when my dad had off work. He would get up and ready way earlier than I ever would. By the time I was up and getting ready for school he would be down in the kitchen working. He always asked me what I wanted for breakfast and would have it ready when I was finished getting ready. I usually got a choice of chocolate chip waffles or egg in a cup. He never used anything from a mix, it was always homemade. I loved having a hot, fresh breakfast.
I guess I got spoiled, because I will only eat a hot breakfast as an adult. We don't usually even have cereal in our house. I love making sure my kiddo gets a hot breakfast every morning before school. Pancakes is one of his favorite breakfasts. I don't like using any kind of store-bought pancake mix, we like homemade pancakes. But, I do love having a pancake mix on hand to whip them up quickly. Having a homemade pancake mix may only save 5 minutes, but some mornings it's the only thing standing between me and my loss of sanity.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Sugar
- Baking powder
- Salt
How to Make Homemade Pancake Mix
- Heat the Griddle: Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium-low heat and lightly coat it with cooking spray or a bit of melted butter.
- Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the pancake mix with your wet ingredients (milk, egg, melted butter). Stir gently until combined; a thick batter with small lumps will give you the best pancakes.
- Cook to Golden Brown: Pour ¼ cup of batter onto the hot griddle for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, then flip. Cook the other side until golden brown.
- Serve and Enjoy: Stack up your delicious pancakes, and top with fresh fruit, chocolate chips, or homemade buttermilk syrup for an extra treat!
Tips for Fluffy Pancakes Every Time
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Baking powder loses its magic over time. Make sure yours is fresh for the fluffiest pancakes.
- Room Temperature Wet Ingredients: Let the milk and egg come to room temperature for a smoother batter and better rise.
- Don’t Overmix: A few small lumps in the batter are your best friend for light, airy pancakes.
- Adjust the Heat: Medium-low heat ensures pancakes cook through without burning the outside.
- Freeze Leftover Pancakes: Place leftover pancakes in a single layer on a baking sheet to cool, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag. Reheat in the microwave or toaster for busy mornings.
Ways to Customize Your Pancakes
- Chocolate Chip Pancakes: Stir chocolate chips into the batter for a fun Saturday morning treat.
- Buttermilk Pancakes: Substitute regular milk with buttermilk or add a teaspoon of lemon juice to your cup of milk for extra tang.
- Fresh Fruit: Add blueberries, banana slices, or even diced apples for a fruity twist.
- Crispy Edges: Cook your pancakes with a little extra butter for perfectly crispy edges.
Common FAQs
When stored in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, this mix will stay fresh for up to 6 months.
Absolutely! Oat milk, almond milk, or any fresh milk substitute works well in this recipe.
Yes! This mix is perfect for doubling or tripling to feed a crowd.
Homemade Pancake Mix
6 cups flour
1 1/2 cups sugar
4 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
3 teaspoons salt
Combine ingredients and mix well. Store in an airtight container. When you are ready to use, mix 1 1/4 cup pancake mix with 1 cup milk, 1 egg, and 1 tablespoon melted butter. Enjoy!
This will make 6 batches of regular size pancakes.
Linda says
How many and what size pancakes can 1 1/4 c pancake mix make? Trying to plan for my story hour class of kids 3-5 years.
Julie says
Hi Linda, it's hard to say because it really depends on the size that you make your pancakes. I would guess it makes around 7-9 full-size pancakes. I hope that helps.
Ellen says
You might try adding cinnamon and nutmeg to the dry mix and then adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the liquids. It gives you a nice spicy variation that is especially good with apples or berry topping.
Julie says
That sounds SO good! I will have to try that next time. Thanks!
Kathleen says
Thank you . I will try it.
Kathleen says
Can you use this for waffles?
If not do you have a recipe for homemade waffles?
Julie says
I haven't tried it for waffles before. Not really sure if it could work or not. When I do make waffles I use this recipe. We like it, but since it takes a couple of different bowls I usually just make my pancakes. I might have to play around to see if I can make an easier waffle recipe. I hope that helps.
Julie says
I've been looking for a homemade pancake mix just like this -- a dry mix I can keep in the pantry and add wet ingredients when I'm ready to make it. So excited to try this out!
Julie says
So glad I could help! Let me know what you think of it.