Do you buy pancake mix? It used to be the only way I made pancakes until the day I ran out of mix after I had promised my kids a yummy breakfast of pancakes. I quickly made up my own homemade pancakes from scratch but it really got me thinking. I thought to myself, “Why can’t I make a large batch of a dry baking mix, (kind of like Bisquick) that I only have to add milk and eggs too??” After a little more research I discovered I could make my own homemade Bisquick recipe and it was super easy to do. My recipe uses flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and butter. I use this mix to make pancakes, waffles, scones, and biscuits. It is pretty awesome!
I think it’s time for you all to forget store bought pancake mix and give my homemade pancake and waffle mix a try. This baking mix takes only a few minutes to make from start to finish and stores for up to 6 weeks in an airtight container. It is quick and easy to make and also very practical. I hope it becomes a staple in your house as it has ours.
Homemade Bisquick Recipe
Sounds great but is it worth it?
Yes! It’s not only easy to make but it’s also less expensive than the store bought varieties.
I am going to give a cost comparison to bisquick baking mix since it is the most similar product to my homemade pancake and waffle mix recipe.
A 96 oz. box of bisquick comes to: $6.52
The same amount of my homemade baking mix comes to: $4.02
There you have it. A win-win all around. Go make some!
Below I have added the baking mix recipe as well as my recipes for pancakes, waffles, and biscuits. Enjoy!
My Homemade Baking Mix Recipe (Thank Me Later)
Ingredients
- 5 cups flour
- 1/4 cup baking powder
- 2 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup Butter flavor shortening or butter
Instructions
- Using a Kitchenaid mixer or food processor – blend in ingredients until powder.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 6 weeks.
- If you use butter, baking mix needs to be stored in the fridge or freezer so that the butter wont go rancid. If using shortening, it can be stored in a cool, dry place.
- I usually do about 3 batches of this recipe at once.
Nutrition
My Homemade Baking Mix Pancakes
Ingredients
- 2 cups homemade baking mix
- 1 cup milk
- 2 eggs
Instructions
- Mix ingredients together.
- Pour 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake unto a hot greased griddle.
- Cook until both sides are golden brown.
Nutrition
My Homemade Baking Mix biscuit recipe
Instructions
- Add milk to baking mix. Be careful not to over stir it.
- Drop by spoonfuls on a greased cookie sheet.
- Bake at 450 degrees for 10-12 minutes
Nutrition
My Homemade Baking Mix Waffle Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups mix
- 1 1/3 cup milk
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 egg white beaten to fluff.
Instructions
- Stir all ingredients until blended.
- Pour batter onto a heated greased waffle maker.
Can this be used to make dumplings too?
How would you go about it?
I was wondering the same thing, Phyl, then I remembered that my Mother always made her homemade biscuits and dropped them into the chicken broth/stew for her dumplings. I think I’m going to give the biscuit recipe a try, for homemade dumplings and see how they turn out. May need to make adjustments. Love this basic recipe!
I made this recipe, stored it in a zip lock bag in the refrigerator, and used it sparingly. Use the last of it July 2019, and made it in Sept 2018.
Great recipe. Making more today.
After searching for a diy mix for a while and trying to avoid a store bought mix I finally made yours and it was perfect with pancakes. I used unsalted butter so kept it in the fridge overnight and this mornings blueberry pancakes were perfect. I made a test batch last night and I felt that the morning,s pancakes came out even better and had that perfect buttery yellow color. I’ve tried it with almond milk and 2% and both came out beautifully. I used all purpose this time, but next time I’ll try white whole wheat flour. I’m thinking it should be just fine. Super easy, thanks!
Can this be frozen for longer shelf life?
Yes, this freezes well!
I don’t use butter nor oil for my baking mixes…I use applesauce so I would leave the oils out of the main mix. Applesause works amazingly well and gives a nice moist endproduct. AND it’s cheaper than the oils. Applesause can be used in everything from pancake/waffle batter to quickbreads. You don’t taste applesauce in the products either.
Hello! I have 2 little ones that I babysit and I also have a 17 yr. old daughter that loves pancakes so I have a hard time keeping the mix on hand. So this recipe would be great. I was thinking of making it with the butter flavored shortening and storing it in an old icing bucket I got from Sams Club’s bakery awhile back. My question is how long will it last in my pantry with the shortening or does it need to be put in the fridge? I thought I saw that with the shortening it could be stored in the pantry? Thanks in advance for a reply! The little ones are waiting lol!
how long will it last in the freezer
4-6 months 🙂
It will not work for pancakes because it has butter in it. Pancakes do not have butter in the batter, just milk eggs and flour.
Why not mix the dry ingredients, leave the butter/shortening out. Then add canola oil when you get ready to use it?
Hi Karrie.
Thanks for sharing your recipes. This is a great idea!
I wanted to ask about a modification to the recipe. If I choose not to add the butter or shortening to the dry mix to store it longer on the shelf, how much butter or shortening do I need to add when it comes time to make the batter?
Thank you so much for the recipe. I was wondering what you thought about using ghee instead of butter or shortening? Ghee is stored at room temperature in the cabinet like shortening, but is actually clarified butter. Could I still keep the mix in the pantry or should it be in the frig? What you do think?
Oh that is a great idea and really healthy! I would think that would be a great substitution. 🙂
Thank you so much for this recipe! My kids just loved it, I added a mashed banana to the pancakes and they came out divine. The Evans family thanks you!
I use coconut oil instead of butter and also make a carb friendly one using almond and coconut flours…. Very versatile and without preservatives😉
Tried your mix and pancake recipe. Just as good as store bought! Thanks!!!
Terima kasih, thank you.. Splendid breakfast recipe
Would it be possible to just use plain shortening? I have a son who can’t have dairy.
Sure, give it a try!
I’d love to have the scones recipe!