Homemade Pancake Mix and The Best Way To Store It
You will not believe how quickly and easily this homemade pancake mix comes together. I will also show you the best way to store it! You can achieve perfect fluffy pancakes every time. They have become a staple in our home. I am delighted to show you just how you can make them for yourself. With the added bonus of saving, you time and money.
How to make pancake mix and the best way to store it
- In a large bowl add your dry ingredients.
- Thoroughly mix together.
- Store in an airtight glass container preferably with a clip-top or screw-top lid.
- To make up your fluffy pancake mix, just add water, eggs, and vanilla.
- Freeze leftover pancakes in the freezer for a quick go-to breakfast.
Check out my YouTube video that shows you how to make it 5 Homemade pantry baking mixes – VLOGMAS Day 2
The Pancake Mix
Do you buy pre-made store brought pancake mix? You know, the ones in the plastic containers with the handles? You will be super surprised by how easy it is. You can make your very own fluffy pancake mix using simple ingredients. You most likely already have these ingredients in your pantry! It is also a lot better for the environment. There is less plastic waste headed for the landfills. This is because one large storage jar will make several batches.
Every summer, we used to take the kids camping. I would always grab a few bottles of the pre-bought supermarket mixes. They were quick and easy with little mess. They were also convenient to store. However, they were also quite costly to buy. So, I got to thinking surely, I can make the pre-mix myself and store it in my Agee storage jars.
So that is just what I did! I came up with this mix a few years ago and it has never let me down. It is super quick to put together. All you need is one large bowl to mix all the dry ingredients into. Then you can store your mix in any good storage container or jars. I recommend using Agee storage containers as they are sturdy glass jars and have solid clip-lid tops.
We live rurally and, in the past, have had terrible pantry moths. I converted my whole pantry into glassware. Now I don’t lose hundreds of dollars’ worth of food every year. No more pantry moths!
The convenience of making your own pancake mix and why it pays to do it
Picture this if you will. You are having a lazy frosty winter’s morning lying in bed. The kids or (your tummy) are harping on at you for breakfast. They want pancakes! Rest assured, you won’t have to gather numerous bowls and ingredients. You can avoid creating a big fuss and mess of your kitchen counters.
No not today you won’t! You wipe the sleep from your eyes and slip into your slippers. I know, I know it’s just pancake mix. Just go with it hahaha. You walk into the kitchen and whip out your pre-mix. Add your wet ingredients and whisk for a minute.
The hot pan is invitingly awaiting the sizzle of some butter and batter. Say that fast 5 times, I dare you! And before you know it, the house now smells of sweet vanilla with the waft of butter. Just awaiting the maple syrup or lemon you are about to adorn the fluffy pancakes with. Geepers if this doesn’t convince you, I don’t know what will (insert evil Mike Myers laugh)
Other great reasons to make your own pre-mix
- You most likely have all the ingredients already in your pantry. Think of it this way, you go to the expense of having flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and milk powder. Why purchase another plastic bottle? Everything you need is already at your fingertips in your pantry.
- Buying it twice, environmentally is not prudent but I guarantee you will also be saving so it’s a double bonus.
- Convenience. It is super easy to have it in your pantry. It is quick and waiting for that time you want it. It saves on the extra mess, and you can teach your older more capable children to make their own.
Check out another great recipe for DIY Pantry Mix Scones
I also have a couple of great videos on my YouTube channel, and they are linked below
3 Easy Homemade Pantry Baking Mixes | Perfect for Gift Giving
5 Homemade pantry baking mixes – VLOGMAS Day 2
Pancake Dry Mix
Ingredients
Dry Mix
- 4 cups Plain flour
- 8 Tbsp sugar
- 4 tsp baking powder
- 10 tbsp milk powder
- 2 tsp salt
- Store in a glass jar or a suitable airtight container
Ingredients to make up one batch
- 2 cups dry Mix
- 1 cup water
- 1 egg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla essence
Instructions
- Combine the dry mix ingredients and store in an airtight jar or container. This amount fills my 1 ½ litre glass jar.
To Mix One Batch
- Add 2 cups of dry mix to a bowl and add wet ingredients. Combine well with a whisk. The batter should be nice and thick, almost like paint. If you like thinner pancakes feel free to add more water. If you like fluffy pancakes keep it thick.
To Cook
- Heat a nonstick frying over medium heat and grease lightly with butter or oil.
- For each pancake, place 2 tablespoons of batter into the pan. Cook until you see bubbles form on the surface. Turn and cook for a further 1 to 2 minutes or until pancakes are cooked through.
- Garnish with your favourite toppings.
Dairy-Free Version
- Omit the milk powder from the dry mix batch. Add your favourite dairy-free milk instead of the regular water volume.
Love love so easy thank you.
In your scone and pancake mix , is it plain or self-raising flour ..you just say flour .. love to know please.. Rae
Hi Rae,
It’s just plain flour. I will always let you know if it’s any different.
Thanks for reaching out
Stacey