This homemade pancake mix is a real lifesaver. Make a container and when you want to make a small batch of fluffy, delicious pancakes, just mix in an egg, milk, and melted butter. Serve with the syrup of your choice.
Pancakes are a breakfast dish that is loved by just about everyone. They're inexpensive to make and pancakes taste so good, especially with warm syrup poured over the top. Many people buy boxed pancake mix but homemade tastes so much better and pancakes that are made from scratch are so easy to make.
Use this pancake mix recipe to make the amount of pancakes you want.
Why This Recipe Works
- This homemade pancake mix is made with pantry staples. Many of these ingredients may already be in your kitchen.
- Pre-made pancake mix helps to keep mornings easy. Since the mix is already made, all you need to do is add in a few ingredients. The pancakes cook quickly too.
- Homemade just tastes better. You'll definitely notice a difference. These pancakes are soft, fluffy, and seem to melt in your mouth.
Ingredients In The Mix
Ingredient Notes
See recipe box below for ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions.
- Flour: All-purpose flour (plain flour) works best for fluffy pancakes.
- Baking powder and baking soda: We recommend using both of these ingredients in the pancake mix. These chemical leaveners are responsible for making the pancakes light and fluffy.
- Salt and sugar: A small amount of both adds much flavor.
How To Make This Recipe
- Add the ingredients to a large bowl and whisk to mix them together.
- Store in a jar.
Expert Tips
- Make sure you use fresh ingredients. Old or expired ingredients, especially baking powder and baking soda can make your pancakes flat.
- Feel free to double or triple the ingredients in the mix.
Frequently Asked Questions
If stored in a container with a tight fitting lid, it should last for 6-8 months when stored in a dry place such as a pantry.
There are so many delicious variations and ways to eat pancakes. When you add your dry mix to the wet ingredients, consider these additions:
* Spices such as cinnamon, vanilla extract, or pumpkin spice.
* Mashed bananas
* Blueberries
* Chocolate chips
Pancakes and waffles do not use the same batter. Sure you can use pancake batter in your waffle iron but the taste and texture of the waffle will not be the same. If you would like to make waffles, for best results use our waffle recipe.
What You Need To Make Pancakes
To Make A Small Batch Of Pancakes
If using this pancake mix recipe to make pancakes, mix together:
- 1 cup of the mix
- 1 egg
- 1 cup of milk
- 1 tablespoon of melted butter.
This will yield 2-3 pancakes of about 4-inches in diameter
- Pour the wet ingredients into the homemade mix and blend until just incorporated. If the batter seems too thick, add more of the milk, a little at a time.
- Melt 1 teaspoon of butter in a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Ladle about ¾ cup of the batter onto the skillet to make a pancake.
- Cook until bubbles break the surface of the pancake, and the underside is golden brown, about 3 minutes.
- Flip with a spatula and cook about 1 minute more on the second side. Remove from the pan and place on a plate.
- Repeat until the batter is used up.
- Serve with your favorite toppings: butter, syrup, fruit or any other topping you desire.
Expert Tips For Making Pancakes
- Don't overmix. Let a few lumps remain in the batter. Stir the batter until there are no more flour streaks and still a bit lumpy.
- Wipe out the pan between pancakes. I love cooking pancakes in butter but the butter will eventually burn. To solve this problem, wipe the pan between pancakes and add a little bit more butter before cooking the next pancake. You can also use vegetable or canola oil instead of butter for the pan.
- Use any percentage of cow's milk you prefer. You may also use almond milk, soy milk, or coconut milk instead.
- You can substitute oil for the melted butter but for richer pancakes, butter is best.
Ways To Use Leftover Ingredients
If you have any ingredients left over from this pancake mix recipe, you might like to consider using them in any of these single serving and small batch recipes:
- Flour: Tortillas, French Bread, Shortbread Cookies, Cranberry Orange Scones
- Baking powder: Apple Fritters, Spice Cake, Strawberry Shortcake
- Baking soda: Lemon Scones, Irish Soda Bread, Donuts
- Sugar: Brown Sugar Recipe, Banana Cream Pie, Tiramisu
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Recipe
Small Batch Pancake Mix
See the post above for expert tips,
FAQs and ways to use leftover ingredients.
Equipment
Ingredients
Pancake mix:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tablespoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon sugar
Pancake batter:
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
Instructions
- Mix the ingredients together in a large mixing bowl and store in a jar.
For the pancake batter:
- For each 1 cup pancake mix, add 1 egg, 1 cup milk, and 1 tablespoon melted butter. Do not overmix. If the batter seems too thick, add more of the milk, a little at a time.
- Melt 1 teaspoon of butter in a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Ladle about ¾ cup of the batter onto the skillet to make a pancake. Cook until bubbles break the surface of the pancake, and the underside is golden brown, about 3 minutes.
- Flip with a spatula and cook about 1 minute more on the second side. Remove from the pan and place on a plate.
- Repeat until the batter is used up.
- Serve with your favorite toppings: butter, syrup, fruit or any other topping you desire.
Notes
- Make sure you use fresh ingredients. Old or expired ingredients, especially baking powder and baking soda can make your pancakes flat.
- Feel free to double or triple the ingredients in the mix.
- Don't overmix. Let a few lumps remain in the batter. Stir the batter until there are no more flour streaks and still a bit lumpy.
- Wipe out the pan between pancakes. I love cooking pancakes in butter but the butter will eventually burn. To solve this problem, wipe the pan between pancakes and add a little bit more butter before cooking the next pancake. You can also use vegetable or canola oil instead of butter for the pan.
- Use any percentage of cow's milk you prefer. You may also use almond milk, soy milk, or coconut milk instead.
- You can substitute oil for the melted butter but for richer pancakes, butter is best.
The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
Sophie says
Please can you change the recipe so that it's accurate? It says it makes 2-3 pancakes at the start but then says it makes six?
I made enough for six thinking I was making 2-3. Also one and a half teaspoons of baking soda IS too much! It makes the mixture too dense and affects the taste.
Joanie Zisk says
Hi Sophie, the recipe clearly states that this is a Small Batch Pancake Mix recipe. It is a mix that can be made up ahead of time and when you are ready to make a pancake or two, use a cup of the mix. It is meant to be a substitute for boxed pancake mixes that you can purchase from the store. In the post, we show how to make the mix and then towards the bottom of the post the title reads "How To Make A Small Batch Of Pancakes", there we show that you use 1 cup of the prepared mix and mix it with an egg and milk. The recipe is correct as written, there is often quite a bit of helpful information that is written within the body of the post which is why we always hope and recommend that people read the actual post.
Mary Vukasovich says
That's an extraordinary amount of baking powder! (1and 1half tablespoons of baking powder)
Mary Vukasovich says
Should it be half spoonful baking powder?
Joanie Zisk says
No. The ingredients are correct as written. This recipe is for making a small batch of pancake mix. From the mix, you can add milk and an egg to make a small batch of pancakes several times.
Ken0 says
Haven't tried it yet, but it sounds perfect for pancakes. How would it be for waffles, or do you have one for waffles?
Joanie Zisk says
It's a wonderful mix for pancakes and so easy to make too. I would not use this mix for waffles though, waffle batter contains a bit more sugar and more fat which gives them crispy edges. We will have a waffle mix recipe soon - stay tuned.
Lila says
Can I substitute the all purpose flour with almond flour?
Joanie Zisk says
I haven't tested making pancakes from this mix recipe using almond flour. You could use it but you may need to adjust the amount of milk and egg you use in the batter.
Joe Grillo says
I substituted 1 cup wheat flour and still was yummy. I got 7 pancakes from the 1 cup of mix. Froze the extra
Joanie Zisk says
I'm so glad you enjoyed the pancake recipe, Joe. Thank you for your feedback.
Ila McCrea says
These are delicious!!
Cherie Kennedy says
I love buttermilk pancakes! What would be the correct amount? Minus the milk and butter? This recipe is perfect for the occasional pancake breakfast. Thank you
Joanie Zisk says
I don't recommend using buttermilk with this recipe.
Pam V says
I used buttermilk and they turned out great. Thanks for the recipe. Pam
Kath Newman says
When you live alone this is ideal thankyou.
Richard Schonk says
Can you use buttermilk instead of milk.
Joanie Zisk says
I don't recommend using buttermilk with this recipe.