In our house, pancakes aren’t just a weekend treat - they’re a way of life. Slow mornings, extra butter, kids hovering near the griddle asking if they can flip the next one. It’s simple, familiar, and comforting in the best way.
Over time, we started paying closer attention to what was actually in the store-bought pancake mixes we were reaching for. Many of them are expensive, overly processed, and filled with ingredients we couldn’t pronounce - let alone wanted to serve regularly to our family. So we went back to the basics and created a homemade pancake mix using simple, pantry-friendly ingredients.
This recipe has quickly become a staple in our kitchen. It’s easy to mix up ahead of time, stores beautifully in the refrigerator, and makes mornings feel just a little more intentional. Best of all? It’s made with ingredients you likely already have on hand - and tastes better than anything from a box.
This one was a hit with our whole family, and we hope it becomes a favorite in yours, too!
For the Pancake Mix:
- 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour (bonus if you can find fresh-milled!)
- Heaping ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons + 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons fine sea salt
For One Batch of Homemade Pancakes (6-8 pancakes):
- 2 large eggs
- 1 ¼ cup milk or water (spoiler - it's better with milk)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled), or canola or vegetable oil
- 1 ¾ cup pancake mix
Instructions:
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To make the pancake mix, add the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt to a large, airtight mason jar. Feel free to double the batch, if you'd like - we had plenty of room left in our jar! Whisk to combine and make sure the ingredients are evenly distributed and well-mixed. Seal and store in a cool, dry place. Keeping it in the refrigerator will allow for it to keep longer.
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To make a batch of pancakes, mix the ingredients listed above - but don't over-mix! Using a 1/4 measuring cup, scoop the batter onto a griddle, or, if you want pancakes that mimic those crispy edged Cracker Barrel pancakes, melt some butter in a pan and scoop your batter into the pan. Side facing up, the pancakes should start to look bubbly and dry - that's your sign to flip them! Give your pancakes a minute or two more on the griddle or in the pan, then plate your pancakes. Top with butter, syrup, agave syrup, or - in the wise words of my daughters - "chocolate chips and sprinkles!" Enjoy!