Description
Mason jar pancake mix offers a convenient breakfast solution for busy mornings. Homemade dry ingredients stored in a sealed container provide quick, delicious pancakes when you need a speedy morning meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups (1.9 L/1.9 qt) all-purpose flour
- 2 cups (480 mL/16 fl oz) dry buttermilk
- 1 cup (200 g/7 oz) granulated sugar
- 3 tbsps (45 mL/1.5 fl oz) baking powder
- 2 tsps (10 g/0.35 oz) kosher salt
- 1 tsp (5 mL/0.17 fl oz) vanilla extract
- 2 tbsps (30 g/1 oz) salted butter
- Pancake syrup (warmed, for topping)
Instructions
- Mixture Preparation: Blend flour, sugar, powdered buttermilk, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Carefully distribute the dry mixture evenly into 8 wide-mouth mason jars, sealing lids tightly and storing in a cool, dry location.
- Batter Creation: Pour water and vanilla extract directly into a jar of prepared mix. Shake vigorously until ingredients combine into a smooth, consistent batter. Let the mixture rest for 3-5 minutes to allow dry components to fully hydrate.
- Cooking Process: Preheat griddle or non-stick skillet to medium heat, lightly greasing with butter. Pour batter using a 1/4-cup measure, creating round pancakes. Watch for bubble formation and slightly dried edges as indicators of cooking progress.
- Pancake Finishing: Flip pancakes after 2-3 minutes, cooking until both sides achieve a golden-brown color with a crisp exterior and tender interior. Transfer to a warm serving plate, ensuring optimal temperature and texture.
- Serving Suggestion: Enhance the dish with softened butter and warm maple syrup. Elevate the presentation by adding fresh seasonal berries or caramelized banana slices, transforming a simple breakfast into a gourmet morning experience.
Notes
- Ensure Proper Sealing: Tightly close mason jar lids to maintain mix freshness and prevent moisture contamination, extending shelf life for several weeks.
- Shake Thoroughly: Vigorously mix water and dry ingredients to eliminate lumps and create a smooth, consistent pancake batter for perfect texture.
- Temperature Matters: Use medium heat to prevent burning and achieve evenly golden-brown pancakes with a crispy exterior and soft interior.
- Customize Your Mix: Experiment with flavor variations by adding cinnamon, vanilla powder, or dried fruit to personalize the pancake mix before storing in jars.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg