Is a hot breakfast possible on busy mornings? It sure is! Here’s how to make pancake mix from wholesome ingredients.
We usually like to start our morning off with something nourishing and nutrient-dense like eggs from our hens instead of sugar-laden breakfast cereal.
That being said, even eggs are a little boring if theyʻre on the menu every single day.
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Making pancakes from scratch offers a nice compromise for those who like a sweeter breakfast.
Most store-bought freezer waffles and pancakes contain unnecessary ingredients.
Not to mention, you’re adding to the waste stream with the boxes and plastic wrappers.
If you’re someone who is consciously trying to eat better and create less waste, this can be a bit of an issue.
Making pancakes from scratch
Making pancakes from scratch is easy when you learn how to make pancake mix from scratch. It’s similar to store-bought baking mixes but without the partially hydrogenated cottonseed oil, enriched flour, or dextrose.
You can create a healthier, “greener” breakfast the whole family is going to love.
Use this homemade pancake mix as a shortcut to a lazy Sunday morning.
Be sure to read below for ideas on how to use this pancake mix as the foundation for quick and easy breakfasts all week long.
How to make pancake mix for a quick and easy breakfast (without much extra work)
Once the dry mix is put together, making pancakes from scratch is a snap.
Plan a day to make a double (or triple) batch of pancakes. I love Sunday mornings for this.
Eat what you need and then save the rest to cool completely.
Top warm pancakes with maple syrup or this homemade blueberry jam.
To freeze extra pancakes:
Using your favorite wax paper (if you’re being extra careful to avoid toxins, here’s a soy based wax paper), wrap each pancake in it OR cut wax paper into squares and place a piece in between each pancake. Store pancakes in a freezer friendly container.
If you are not individually wrapping each pancake, place a layer of wax paper on the bottom of the freezer container so the pancake doesn’t stick to it.
Another option for freezing would be to place the cooled pancakes on a baking sheet and freeze.
When the pancakes are frozen, place them into your freezer-safe container and put them in your freezer. By freezing them on a baking sheet first, you reduce the chances of the pancakes sticking together and you don’t have to use wax paper.
To reheat homemade pancakes:
Simply place in a toaster or toaster oven straight from the freezer until completely thawed and warm. Serve with freshly made warm applesauce for a yummy breakfast!
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Pancake Mix
Store this homemade pancake mix in the fridge and making pancakes from scratch will be a snap!
Ingredients
- 4 1/2 cups unbleached organic all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 T. baking powder (preferably aluminum-free)
- 1/2 T. unrefined sea salt (I love this affordable brand)
- 1/4 cup coconut sugar
- 1/2 cup cold butter
Instructions
How to make pancake mix
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In a large bowl, add all of the dry ingredients together; mix well with a whisk.
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Using a pastry blender or two knives, cut the cold butter into the dry ingredients until the butter pieces are the size of peas. Store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator until you're ready to use it.
To make pancakes
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Combine 1 cup dry pancake mix, 3/4 cup milk, and one large egg together in a bowl. Whisk until thoroughly combined. There will be some clumps due to the pieces of cold butter.
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Melt a pat of butter on an electric griddle (these revolutionize breakfasts and cut cooking times in half) or pan, and ladle on about a 1/4 cup of pancake batter. When you see bubbles on the top of the pancakes, flip. Wait a few more minutes until the bottom is golden brown.
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Repeat until pancake batter is gone. Top with lots of butter, pure maple syrup, and fruit, if you'd like.
Recipe Notes
Nutrition facts are based on the pancake mix alone.
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Thank you, I knew you’d post this when I was ready. I never found a recipe for pancake mix, so I would make a double batch and freeze the pancakes in stacks of 3 for individual servings; my kids liked the silver dollar size and Mickey Mouse shapes.
These look incredible! Hand me a fork!
Also, cook up some sausage links; roll the sausage in the pancakes; instant on the run breakfast. When the kids all go to the fair and stay the week I make up a bunch of pancakes and sausage links. When they get up late and need to get animals fed or ready to show, they grab these, pop in the microwave and off they go with something that will stick for awhile.
can you leave the butter out and store in the pantry?
Yes. You’d just need to add that in when making the pancakes.
Super easy recipe to make and super yummy too!