It doesn’t get much better than homemade pancakes!  Homemade pancake mix from scratch is much easier than you ever imagined.

One of my family’s favorite weekend traditions is trying out new a pancake recipe. Nothing beats a hot stack of homemade pancakes!

How to Make Homemade Pancake Mix

Have you ever craved a plate of fresh pancakes, only to find you are out of Bisquick?

Don’t let that stop you! You can make your own easy pancake mix! That way you can make a batch of pancakes anytime with this fantastic recipe.

Making pancakes from scratch is actually super easy, and they can be made with ingredients you already have in the pantry.  We are going to show you how to make pancake mix…and it is simple! This is such a great and easy pancake recipe.

Pancake Mix Dry Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 3 teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients (to add once you are ready to make pancakes):

• 1 egg
• ¾ cup milk or buttermilk
• 2 tablespoon vegetable or canola oil

I love that this pancake recipe is made out of basic pantry ingredients! These are the best pancakes made by simple ingredients and is a foolproof easy recipe.

During the holidays, this recipe even makes a great gift idea. Package a couple of jars of dry homemade pancake mix inside a cute mixing bowl, along with a measuring cup, a whisk, a spatula, flavored syrups, and chocolate chips.

This pancake mix would also make a cute hostess or bridal shower gift!

Instructions to Make Homemade Pancake Mix Recipe

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients until well combined.

Step 2

Store in airtight container or jar with lid.

Using Pancake Mix to Make Homemade Pancakes

I still can’t get over how simple it is to make my own homemade pancake mix!

It makes me feel better, knowing that there aren’t any preservatives or added fillers. Plus, this makes the fluffiest pancakes.

Servings:

Makes: 8-10 pancakes
Prep Time: 5 min

Step 1

Add your homemade pancake mix to large measuring cup or mixing bowl. You may have made it ahead of time so you can just pour it into a large bowl or you can make it as part of the pancake mix recipe.

Step 2

Next, add wet ingredients and whisk until well combined.

Step 3

Heat griddle and spray with cooking spray.

Step 4

Then, scoop pancake batter onto hot griddle and cook 4-5 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 5

Flip and cook on other side 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 6

Serve immediately with butter, real maple syrup or fruit.

Notes:

You can also use melted butter instead of canola oil as well. Or you can also use vegetable oil or coconut oil.

A splash of vanilla extract when you add the wet ingredients to the dry mix will give to give your pancakes more flavor.

Want perfectly golden pancakes? Let your large skillet heat up on medium heat or low heat for a couple minutes, and drop a little batter on it. If it cooks through, it is ready to make delicious pancakes.

Pancake Mix Storage

Store pancake mix in pantry for up to 1 month.

How to Make Vegan Pancakes

If you are on a vegan diet, or are cooking for someone who is, no worries! This recipe can be tailored to be egg-free and dairy-free, too! 

Replace the eggs with a mixture of 1/4 of unsweetened applesauce and 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder. This constitutes 1 “egg”.  You can also make an egg replacement out of flaxseed meal, by mixing 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed (flaxseed meal), wit three tablespoons of water. Then, let it sit in your refrigerator to thicken, for 15-30 minutes before using it. 

Replace milk with your favorite non-dairy milk, like almond milk, coconut milk, soy milk, oat milk, or hemp milk. I have also made this recipe with water instead of milk, and still wound up with really fluffy pancakes!

How to Make Gluten Free Pancakes from Scratch

This is the easiest substitution you will find!

Use a gluten free all-purpose flour.

I prefer King Arthur Gluten Free Flour, but there are many good ones to choose from!

Make sure your baking powder is gluten free, too. 

Prep Time
5 minutes

Total Time
5 minutes

Ingredients

• Dry Ingredients:
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 3 teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• Wet Ingredients:
• 1 egg
• ¾ cup milk or buttermilk
• 2 tablespoon vegetable or canola oil

Instructions

Pancake Mix:

1. In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients until well combined.
2. Store in airtight container or jar with lid

To Make Pancakes:

1. Add mix to large measuring cup or mixing bowl.
2. Add wet ingredients and whisk until well combined.
3. Heat griddle and spray with cooking spray.
4. Scoop pancake batter onto hot griddle and cook 4-5 minutes or until golden brown.
5. Flip and cook on other side 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.
6. Serve immediately with butter, syrup, or fruit.

More Homemade Pancake Recipes the Family Will Love!

If your family can’t get enough of this fluffy pancake recipe, here are a few others to try! 

What is your favorite pancake topping? Comment below!