Homemade Whole Wheat Pancake Mix, A Simple and Easy Recipe

Baking mixes are great to have. They are like a shortcut in the baking process. When you are busy, being able to grab your own homemade whole wheat pancake mix to make fluffy whole wheat pancakes on Saturday mornings is a life/time saver.

And it only takes a few minutes with a few ingredients to whip up a batch of this whole wheat pancake mix recipe. It’s so easy you can have the kids’ help. This pancake mix recipe makes the best pancakes ever.

These light and fluffy whole wheat pancakes are a breakfast your whole family will love. If you are looking for new recipes for breakfast, you’ll want to try this one the next time you want hearty pancakes.

Why Make Baking Mixes?

It’s really easy to grab a box of pancake mix from the store shelf. But often those baking mixes have ingredients you may not want in your pancakes.

They also cost more than measuring the ingredients yourself to make your own baking mix.

I’ve already shared my easy pancake mix recipe with you in the past. But I thought it might be nice to share with you my fluffy whole wheat pancake mix recipe too.

For those mornings, when you feel like eating a little healthier.

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Simple Ingredients for Whole Wheat Pancake Mix

You’re going to be pleasantly surprised when you find how easy this pancake mix recipe is to make. It will only take a minute or two to make and only 4 simple ingredients are needed.

• Whole Wheat Flour, pastry type is the one I use
• Sugar, I use white sugar, but brown sugar can be used also
• Salt, I use regular table salt
• Baking Powder, I like the aluminum free brand

That’s it, that’s all you’re going to need. But let’s talk a little about whole wheat flour, so you’ll know which one you want to use.

The Difference between Whole Wheat Pastry Flour, Whole Wheat White Flour and Regular Whole Wheat Flour

Now you might think there really isn’t much of a difference between whole wheat pastry flour, whole wheat flour, and whole wheat white flour, but there really is with baking.

Which one to use is determined by what you are making.

Whole Wheat Flour

Whole wheat flour is made from a hard variety of wheat. It contains the wheat germ and the bran. It contains more gluten and protein too. So it’s perfect for making yeast bread or whole wheat bread.

White Whole Wheat Flour

White whole wheat flour is also made from a hard variety of wheat, just like whole wheat flour, but it’s made from a white berry. That’s why it is lighter. It also keeps the germ and the bran just like whole wheat flour. It’s a bit more coarse than all purpose flour. This whole wheat flour is perfect for cookies and quick breads.

Whole Wheat Pastry Flour

Whole wheat pastry flour is different, it is made from a soft variety of wheat instead of hard. It also keeps some of the bran and germ unlike the all purpose flour, which has neither. But it is milled to a fine texture. Making it a healthier alternative to all purpose flour while yielding similar results in texture and tenderness. I use it in recipes when I want a light and tender texture like this whole wheat pancake recipe.

Choosing the right whole wheat to use can make a difference. When you want a more tender, fluffy result, like these fluffy pancakes, but the goodness of whole wheat, go with whole wheat pastry flour.

How to Make Whole Wheat Pancake Mix

I’ve made a quick video to show you how to make your own homemade pancake mix from scratch with whole wheat flour. If watching a video isn’t for you, scroll down to the photo tutorial and printable recipe card too.

Making the Homemade Whole Wheat Pancake Mix (Step-by-Step)

Step 1. Measure the Ingredients

Measure the whole wheat pastry flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt into a bowl.

Step 2. Whisk the Ingredients

To mix the ingredients, I find a whisk is the best tool. It helps to break up any clumps of sugar or baking powder. The whisk also helps to distribute the ingredients better than a spoon.

Be sure to stir for about a full minute back and forth to make sure your pancake mix is mixed well.

Step 3. Package your Mix

You’ll want to keep your mix in a sealed container. A canning jar with lid is great. I like these plastic lids with silicone seals. Or you can use a quart sized zipper topped storage bag. I like the stand and seal ziplock bags; they are easy to fill and can be stored laying down or standing up.

How to Store Your Easy Homemade Pancake Mix

A few tips to help you determine which storage method might be right for you. As well as how to store your homemade pancake mix.

I suggest storing your pancake mix in one of two ways. In canning jars with plastic lids, or in zipper topped bags. Here are the pros and cons of each method.

Pros and Cons of each storage method…

Pros of Canning Jars

Canning jars are made of glass can be used over and over, as well as the plastic lids. They are great if you already have a supply of jars.

Cons of Canning Jars

Canning jars can be expensive to purchase new. They are also a little bulkier to store, and can’t be packed as tightly as a zipper topped bag.

If you want to remove the extra air, you’ll need a food saver or oxygen packs to do it. Although if you are using your baking mixes regularly, you’ll probably find you don’t need to vacuum seal them.

Pros of Zipper Topped Bags

The zipper topped bags are relatively inexpensive. They can be washed and reused a few times. If you get the stand and fill bags, you can store them upright or laying down. You can also pack them more tightly than you can jars. You can also evacuate the air out of the bags easier than jars.

Cons of Zipper Topped Bags

They are made of plastic and don’t last as long as glass jars. They can be more easily punctured while storing. If you are trying to reduce your household waste or want to get away from plastic, this storage method may not be for you.

How Much Pancake Mix will Fit in a Quart Jar or Bag?

One batch of the whole wheat pancake mix, as written in the printable recipe below, will fill a jar half to two-thirds full. Depending on how airy your baking mix is. You can double the recipe to fully fill a quart jar. You may need to tap it down to get all the double batch to fit.

Once you have your pancake mix in a jar or bag, you’ll want to label them so you know how much pancake mix to use and what other ingredients you need to prepare a batch of pancakes too.

You could print the recipe below and keep it in your recipe binder, or you can grab a copy of the printable labels that fit perfectly on a quart sized canning jar or quart sized zipper bag.

You can print them on regular paper and tape them to the jar or bags. Or print them on sticker paper to just peel and stick them on. Either method will work.

How Long Does Homemade Whole Wheat Pancake Mix Last?

If you store your pancake, mix in a cool, dark place and keep it dry, it will last about 6-9 months on the shelf. If you want to keep it longer, freezer storage is a better choice.

How to Prepare Whole Wheat Pancakes Recipe from this Pancake Mix

Below are the directions for making fluffy whole wheat pancakes from this mix.

1. Measure Pancake Mix

Add 1 1/4 cup pancake mix to bowl.

2. Measure Wet Ingredients

In a small bowl or large measuring cup measure the water, regular milk (or almond milk, or soy milk if eating dairy free), oil and vanilla extract. Stir to mix the wet ingredients well.

3. Add Wet Ingredients

Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients. Stir to combine until all the flour is moistened. A few lumps may remain and that’s ok.

Set aside and let batter rest a few minutes while the skillet or griddle heats.

Recipe Tip: Just mix until the flour is moistened. If you over mix the batter, the pancakes will be heavy and tough instead of fluffy and tender.

4. Cook the Pancakes

Set griddle or electric skillet to 400 degrees. Or place skillet on stove top and heat over medium heat to medium high heat. You may need to play with the right setting for your stove to get it hot enough, but not too hot to burn.

You’ll want a hot griddle to cook them on. Once the skillet or griddle is hot, splash a little water onto the surface. If the water dances, it’s ready for the pancakes.

Spoon the pancake batter onto the hot skillet. Let it cook on one side until bubbles form. Then flip to the other side to continue cooking until browned on both sides.

Remove and place pancakes in the oven to keep warm until the rest of the pancakes are ready. Then serve with fresh fruit, melted butter, and pure maple syrup.

How to Freeze Leftover Pancakes

If you end up with leftover pancakes, be sure to freeze them. Cool to room temperature, then place on a cookie sheet. Next, package them into a zipper freezer bag. You can take the frozen pancakes and toast them for a quick weekday breakfast.

My Favorite Skillet for Cooking Homemade Pancakes

I love my electric skillet. I cook our pancakes in it and they always turn out great. It’s easy to control the temperature, so it’s not too hot or too cold.

I don’t own a griddle because I find the electric skillet to be more versatile and can do the job of a griddle and more. I stir-fry, fry pancakes, cook pork chops, fry potatoes, make hash browns and more in our electric skillet. I think it’s a must have for any kitchen.

More Yummy Pancake Recipes…

Apple Pie Pancakes
Pumpkin Spice Pancakes
Banana Pancakes
Simple Vegan Pancakes
Pancakes with Mini Chocolate Chips
Pancake Mix

Grab the printable recipe below…