Just Add Water Pancake Mix
Make fluffy, buttery pancakes anytime with this homemade just add water pancake mix. With powdered milk, eggs, butter, and buttermilk, all you need is water for a quick hot breakfast—perfect for camping or busy mornings.
Servings: 12 pancakes (about 4 cups dry mix)
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup milk powder
- ⅓ cup malted milk powder
- ⅓ cup powdered buttermilk
- ¼ cup whole egg powder
- ¼ cup butter powder
- 2 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together all dry ingredients until well combined.
- Store the mix in an airtight container in a cool, dry place until ready to use.
- To make pancakes, combine 1 cup mix with ½ cup water. Stir just until blended; do not overmix.
- Cook on a hot greased griddle or skillet until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set. Flip and cook until golden brown. Serve warm.
Notes
- Storage: This pancake mix will keep for 3–6 months in a sealed jar or container. For longer storage, use oxygen absorbers or vacuum-seal.
- Variations: Add a teaspoon of cinnamon, a handful of freeze-dried blueberries, or mini chocolate chips directly into the mix for extra flavor.
- Bulk Batch: Double or triple the recipe to prep for camping trips or pantry storage.
- No Buttermilk Powder? If omitted, leave out the baking soda and increase the baking powder slightly for lift.
Nutrition
Serving: 1pancake | Calories: 148kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 313mg | Potassium: 213mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 68IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 190mg | Iron: 1mg
