All-Purpose Baking Mix
All-Purpose Baking Mix is an easy homemade pantry staple that replaces store-bought baking mixes for pancakes, biscuits, waffles, and quick breads. Made with just a few everyday ingredients, this versatile mix is ready in minutes and stores well for months.
Equipment
- Airtight storage container
- Food processor (optional)
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring cups
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter or vegetable shortening cubed
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 3 tablespoons baking powder
- 6 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt together in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the cubed butter or vegetable shortening.
- Cut the fat into the dry ingredients using a pastry cutter or food processor until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Transfer the baking mix to an airtight container.
- Store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.
- Use the mix whenever a recipe calls for a baking mix.
Notes & Wine Advice
Recipe Notes
Keep the butter or shortening cold while preparing the mix to achieve the best texture in your baked goods. Store the mix in an airtight container in the refrigerator to keep it fresh for up to three months. Use this homemade mix for pancakes, waffles, biscuits, scones, and quick breads whenever a recipe calls for a baking mix. Label the container with the preparation date so you always know when to make a fresh batch.Wine Advice
This versatile baking mix is intended for use in recipes, so no wine pairing is recommended.Nutrition values
Calories: 140 kcal | Carbohydrates: 18 g | Protein: 2 g | Fat: 7 g | Saturated Fat: 4 g | Sodium: 290 mg