Pioneer Woman Berry Nut Pancake Mix

Pioneer Woman berry nut pancake mix is a layered dry mix with freeze-dried strawberries, blueberries and toasted pecans that comes together in 15 minutes. Try this homemade Christmas morning gift for holiday brunch or cozy weekend breakfasts, since it's make-ahead and ready to give.

Layer the flour mixture first and keep the fruit, coconut and pecans in neat bands on top, because that's what makes the jar look so pretty. Stir everything together in the jar and the colors blur into a muddy mix.

Freeze-dried berries stay bright and crisp in the jar, so they never turn damp or bleed into the flour like fresh fruit would. Buttermilk powder also sits in the mix, which means your friend only adds an egg, water and vanilla to get tangy, fluffy pancakes.

Pioneer Woman Berry Nut Pancake Mix

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Course: BreakfastCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

12

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

10

minutes

Calories

150

kcal

Sweet coconut, toasted pecans and tart freeze-dried berries pack into a single jar of flour mix. Once whisked with an egg, water and vanilla, it cooks up into golden pancakes with crisp edges and a soft middle.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
  

• 1/4 c. sugar
  

• 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
  

• 1/2 tsp. baking soda
  

• 1/4 tsp. kosher salt
  

• 1/2 c. chopped freeze-dried strawberries
  

• 1/2 c. freeze-dried-blueberries
  

• 1/2 c. sweetened shredded coconut
  

• 1/2 c. chopped toasted pecans
  

• 1/2 c. buttermilk powder
  

• 1 jar Berry-Nut Pancake Mix
  

• 1 egg
  

• 1 1/4 c. water
  

• 1 tsp. vanilla
  

• 2 tbsp. butter
  

Directions

• Mix the dry base: Whisk together 1 1/2 cups flour, 1/4 cup sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt in a bowl. Make sure there are no lumps of baking soda before it goes in the jar.
• Layer the jar: Spoon the flour mixture into a 1-quart jar first. Then add 1/2 cup chopped freeze-dried strawberries, 1/2 cup freeze-dried blueberries and 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut.
• Finish the layers: Add 1/2 cup chopped toasted pecans and 1/2 cup buttermilk powder on top. The jar takes about 5 minutes to fill, so it's a quick job.
• Seal and gift: Close the lid and tie a ribbon around the jar. Add a tag with the wet ingredients and cooking directions, so your friend knows exactly what to do.
• Make the batter: Whisk 1 egg, 1 1/4 cups water and 1 teaspoon vanilla in a large bowl. Then add the jar of Berry-Nut Pancake Mix and stir with a wooden spoon until just combined.
• Heat the griddle: Heat a griddle over medium heat and coat it with 2 tablespoons butter. Wait until the butter foams before the batter goes on.
• Cook the pancakes: Scoop 1/4 cupfuls of batter onto the hot griddle. Cook until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side, then serve with butter and maple syrup. From jar to table, the whole thing takes about 25 minutes and makes 12 pancakes.

Tools for this recipe

• Ball regular mouth mason jars, 12 pack, OXO 11-inch balloon whisk, Lodge 10.25-inch cast iron skillet, Nielsen-Massey Madagascar Bourbon vanilla extract, 8 oz. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

FAQs

Can I use fresh berries instead of freeze-dried?

Not in the jar, since fresh berries hold moisture and would spoil the dry mix. You can fold fresh berries into the batter right before cooking, though, if you're making pancakes the same day.

How long does the pancake mix keep in the jar?

Stored in a cool, dry spot with the lid sealed, the mix should keep for a few weeks. I'd give it as a gift within a couple of weeks, because the coconut and pecans are best when fresh.

Can I make this mix ahead for holiday gifts?

Yes, that's what it's made for. Assemble the jars a week or two before Christmas and tie on the ribbon with the wet ingredient directions.

What if I don't have a griddle?

A large nonstick skillet or cast iron skillet works just as well over medium heat. Use the same 2 tablespoons of butter and watch the first pancake to adjust the heat.

What's the most common mistake with this pancake mix?

Overmixing the batter is the big one. Stir just until combined, because a few small lumps are fine and keep the pancakes light.