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With just 5 simple ingredients and 5 minutes of prep, you can serve fluffy Baked Pancakes to a group — no flipping on the griddle necessary! Perfect for a weekend brunch, a holiday gathering, or a simple weeknight dinner, these Bisquick oven baked pancakes are the fastest and easiest way to feed a crowd! Plus, they’re freezer-friendly, making them a great way to prep ahead!
Table of Contents
- Oven Baked Pancakes with Pancake Mix
- Can you bake pancake mix?
- The Best Pancake Mix
- Ingredients
- How to Bake Pancakes in the Oven
- How to Serve Oven Baked Pancakes
- Preparation and Storage Tips
- Recipe Variations
- How to Use Pancake Mix in Other Recipes
- Tips for the Best Baked Pancake Recipe
- Baked Pancakes with Pancake Mix Recipe
If you love pancake recipes, be sure to try these Jiffy cornmeal pancakes, a stack of oatmeal pancakes, the easiest baked apple pancakes, and these classic fluffy buttermilk pancakes, too!
Oven Baked Pancakes with Pancake Mix
Whether we’re prepping weekday breakfasts for the kids, serving a special holiday brunch to guests, or throwing together an easy weeknight dinner for the family, homemade buttermilk pancakes are always a hit. Unfortunately, I don’t serve them nearly enough because they just seem too labor-intensive.
I don’t want to be standing over a stove for 20-30 minutes flipping enough pancakes to feed my ravenous boys. Plus, I always seem to burn at least half of them when I get distracted by the bacon, eggs, or orange juice that I’m also fussing with! Instead, these easy Bisquick baked pancakes save the day! They’re quick to stir together, they’re completely hands-off, and they turn out light, fluffy and perfect every time.
Can you bake pancake mix?
Absolutely! Instead of flipping individual pancakes on the stovetop, you can pour the buttermilk pancake batter into a 9 x 13 dish and let the oven do the work. Cut the baked pancakes into squares and serve them just like you would serve griddled pancakes! They’re delicious with butter, fruit, and a drizzle of maple syrup.
The Best Pancake Mix
This is really a matter of personal preference, but our family’s favorite store-bought pancake mix for these baked pancakes or for traditional waffles is the Krusteaz Buttermilk Pancake Mix. That said, Bisquick is a classic baking mix that’s slightly more versatile than the Krusteaz version. Bisquick isn’t quite as sweet as Krusteaz, so it works well in more savory recipes (like biscuits, sausage balls, casseroles, and the like). Bisquick is also available in more varieties, such as gluten-free and heart-smart. I tend to keep both Bisquick and Krusteaz on hand. See my recipe suggestions below for more ideas on how to use pancake mix in your kitchen!
Ingredients
This is just a quick overview of the 5 simple ingredients that you’ll need for a pan of baked pancakes from mix. As always, specific measurements and complete cooking instructions are included in the printable recipe box at the bottom of the post.
- Pancake mix: my family prefers Krusteaz Buttermilk Pancake Mix, but Bisquick works really well, too. Pancake mix is a great shortcut because it already includes the all purpose flour, leavening (like baking soda or bake powder), kosher salt, sugar, and more.
- Buttermilk: I use whole buttermilk when available, since it has a richer, thicker texture and flavor than low-fat buttermilk. The low-fat version will work in a pinch, though!
- Milk: a little bit more liquid to thin the batter slightly. Use 2% or whole milk for the best results.
- Egg: gives the pancakes structure.
- Oil: use a neutral-tasting oil such as vegetable oil or canola oil to keep the pancakes moist and tender. You can substitute with an equal amount of melted butter, too.
Why Use Buttermilk To Make Pancakes?
The buttermilk is optional (you can substitute with additional regular milk); however, whole buttermilk has a nice thick texture that creates a thicker batter (and therefore yields thicker, fluffier pancakes). The acidic nature of buttermilk also makes the batter more tender, gives it a nice “tang,” and helps to create the lightest, fluffiest pancakes.
How to Bake Pancakes in the Oven
These fluffy baked pancakes are truly the easiest! Grab your 5 basic ingredients, and you’ll have a batch ready for the oven in about 5 minutes…
- Combine all of the ingredients (both wet ingredients and dry ingredients) in a large mixing bowl.
- Whisk until all of the dry ingredients are moistened. You will still have some lumps in the batter, which is fine. Don’t over-mix or you’ll end up with tough pancakes.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9 x 13-inch baking dish.
- Bake in a 425°F oven for 10-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Slice into squares and serve!
How to Serve Oven Baked Pancakes
Bisquick baked pancakes are perfect at any time of day. Enjoy them for a make-ahead breakfast on busy mornings, bake them for a slower weekend brunch, or serve them in the evening as “breakfast-for-dinner.” The best pancakes go well with sides such as fruit salad, bacon, sausage, scrambled eggs, a baked omelet, or a quiche.
Favorite Pancake Toppings
Make the easy batch of pancakes even more special by adding your family’s favorite toppings. Here are some tasty ideas:
- Butter and maple syrup
- Powdered sugar
- Fruit syrup (such as blueberry syrup or raspberry syrup)
- Jam (such as blueberry jam or strawberry freezer jam)
- Peanut butter or almond butter
- Nutella
- Whipped cream
- Fresh berries
- Sliced bananas
- Nuts — pecans, walnuts or almonds
Preparation and Storage Tips
- Make Ahead: You can bake the pancakes in advance, allow them to cool completely, and then package them in a Ziploc freezer bag, using wax paper to separate the layers of pancakes (so that they don’t stick together).
- Properly stored in an airtight container, the baked pancakes will last in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
- You can freeze the baked pancakes in an airtight container for up to 2 months.
- How to Reheat Pancakes: You can reheat the pancakes directly from the freezer, or from the refrigerator. Reheat individual servings of pancakes in the microwave for 20-30 seconds. To reheat larger quantities of pancakes, place on a foil-lined baking sheet in a 375°F oven for about 10 minutes. Frozen pancakes may require slightly longer to warm through.
Recipe Variations
- Whole buttermilk (not low-fat) has a very thick texture, which makes a nice, thick batter and yields fluffy, tender, flavorful pancakes. You can substitute with milk, but the batter will be slightly thinner.
- Use melted butter instead of oil.
- Mix-Ins: Jazz up the baked pancakes by stirring blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, sliced banana, chocolate chips or rainbow sprinkles into the batter.
- Add spices such as a dash of nutmeg or cinnamon for a warm, cozy flavor. A splash of vanilla extract is also delicious.
- Cooking for a Smaller Family? You can cut the ingredients in half and bake the pancakes in an 8-inch square baking dish. I would still use 1 full egg, since it’s tough to cut that ingredient in half. Baking time will be reduced by a few minutes, so keep an eye on the pancakes after about 9-10 minutes.
- Sheet Pan Pancakes: instead of a 9 x 13-inch dish, prepare a larger batch of these pancakes on a rimmed baking sheet. To do so, increase the measurements to 3 cups of Bisquick, 1 ½ cups of buttermilk, ¾ cup milk, 2 eggs and 6 tablespoons of oil. The pancakes will be slightly thinner, and will likely be done within about 10-12 minutes.
How to Use Pancake Mix in Other Recipes
Keep a box of pancake mix in your pantry, because it’s a good shortcut ingredient for so many different meals (so long as you don’t mind a few preservatives or artificial flavors in the mix!). Here are some easy ideas:
- Make classic skillet pancakes or griddle pancakes by milk, water, egg, or any other additional ingredients called for on your specific box of mix. You can also throw in some extras like blueberries, lemon zest or lemon juice, pumpkin, chia seeds, nuts, or other special touches that add flavor and make the meal more nutrient dense.
- Cook waffles following the alternate instructions on your box of pancake mix. This typically includes a little more liquid, an extra large egg, and maybe some extra oil. Here’s our favorite recipe for Bisquick waffles with a secret ingredient!
- Stir together a quick pot of comforting farmhouse chicken and Bisquick dumplings.
- Add ground beef, eggs, cheese, and a handful of other ingredients for a cheeseburger pie.
- Use Bisquick pancake mix as a crust for a classic peach cobbler dessert.
- Roll together sausage balls for a tailgating snack or party-perfect appetizer.
- Serve beef pot pie with cheddar biscuits for dinner, or try these country chicken and biscuits.
- This easy overnight breakfast casserole also includes pancake mix!
- Use pancake mix in this popular zucchini pie for a savory side dish or vegetarian entree.
Tips for the Best Baked Pancake Recipe
- Do not over-mix the batter. Stir just until the ingredients are combined. You will still have some lumps, which is fine. Over-mixing will result in dense, tough, and dry pancakes.
- If time allows, let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes. This gives the leavening agents extra time to react, which results in puffier, fluffier, light pancakes.
- The total baking time will vary. If using a glass dish, the pancakes will need closer to 15 minutes in the oven. Metal or dark nonstick pans only require about 10-12 minutes. The pancakes are done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Slice the pancakes into 8 large rectangles or 16 smaller squares. Some readers have even suggested using cookie cutters to cut out fun pancake shapes for your kids!
More Recipes with Pancake Mix
- Secret Ingredient Bisquick Waffles
- Bisquick Peach Cobbler
- Farmhouse Chicken and Bisquick Dumplings
- Sausage Balls with Bisquick
- Overnight Breakfast Casserole
- Zucchini Pie
Baked Pancakes with Pancake Mix
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups pancake mix (my family prefers Krusteaz Buttermilk Pancake Mix, but Bisquick also works really well)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ½ cup milk
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup canola oil or vegetable oil
- Optional, for serving: fresh berries, maple syrup, butter, powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Spray a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
- Stir together all ingredients in a large bowl just until nicely combined (pancake mix, buttermilk, milk, egg, and oil). The batter will still be a little bit lumpy (and that’s fine) – don’t overmix or the pancakes will be dry.
- Pour batter into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake, uncovered, for about 10-15 minutes, or until cooked through in the center.
- Slice into squares and serve with desired toppings!
Notes
- Do not over-mix the batter. Stir just until the ingredients are combined. You will still have some lumps, which is fine. Over-mixing will result in dense, tough, and dry pancakes.
- If time allows, let the batter rest for 5-10 minutes. This gives the leavening agents extra time to react, which results in puffier, fluffier, light pancakes.
- The total baking time will vary. If using a glass dish, the pancakes will need closer to 15 minutes in the oven. Metal or dark nonstick pans only require about 10-12 minutes. The pancakes are done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Slice the pancakes into 8 large rectangles or 16 smaller squares. Some readers have even suggested using cookie cutters to cut out fun pancake shapes for your kids!
Nutrition
This recipe was originally published in September, 2017. The photos were updated in September, 2021.
I love making pancake casseroles! They’re so easy and they definitely beat flipping pancakes over a hot stove, as I’m the worst at that! Love this five ingredient version. Sounds perfect for breakfast!
Thanks, Gayle!
Yummm! I am all about breakfast recipes you can make in a big batch like this so I have to try your baked pancakes! Yum! 🙂
Thanks, Kristy! They’re definitely a crowd-pleaser!
Love the dump recipes cooking for one is hard and I’m always looking for simple great tasting recipes..The pancakes and ziti using ricotta cheese are straight on even went down and grabbed some berries
Hi, Russ! I’m so glad that you enjoy the recipes! Hopefully the berries were the perfect final touch on the pancakes! 🙂
Can this be prepped the night before in a glass dish and then baked in the morning?
Hi! No, that’s not a good idea. The leavening agents will be activated as soon as you stir the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients, so if the batter sits for too long in the fridge the end result will not be as light and fluffy. If you want to prep ahead a little bit, I would measure out the ingredients ahead of time (keeping the cold items in the fridge overnight), but wait until the morning stir it all together and bake.
Wow! This sounds great! This would be an easy breakfast for me every morning. I’m definitely going to make this.
Exactly! Just prepare a batch and enjoy them whenever you need a quick option! Thanks so much, Deb!
This turned out great! So much easier than making the pancakes the regular way. Thanks for posting this recipe!
We’re so happy to hear it, Matt! Thanks so much for trying it out.
What a great idea. Would have never thought of doing this, but certainly am going to make some for the freezer for the holidays. Thanks for the recipe.
That’s great, Judy! I hope that you enjoy the pancakes!
I wonder if this would work with a protein pancake mixture … has anyone tried??
Hi, Kristy! I haven’t tried this recipe with the protein pancake mixes, but I bet it would work. I’ve done something similar in the past and it was fine! 🙂
Hi Blair, I made the Dump & Bake Buttermilk Pancakes tonight for supper. Really good!! I sprinkled powdered sugar on top and then served them with maple syrup. Next time I will add fresh fruit and breakfast sausage on the side. I will definitely be making these again! Thank you Blair for all the great Dump & Bake Recipes. They are all so easy, quick and delicious!!
Perfect, Annette! I’m so glad that you enjoyed them! Aren’t they so easy?! The powdered sugar is a great addition on top. 🙂
Hi Blair, FYI, The Dump & Bake Buttermillk Pancakes is a 5 Star Recipe for me, not sure why it only shows 2 on the above comment I made a few minutes ago.
Thanks for the positive feedback! 🙂
Hi, I don’t live in the US and I can’t find the pancakes mix. Is there something I can use as a substitute? Thanks!
Hi, Ilaria!
The Bisquick is a multipurpose baking mix. I don’t know if you have something similar under a different brand name, but if not, I know that some folks make their own homemade “Bisquick” mix, which you can try. There are a number of different recipes for homemade bisquick on the internet, but here’s a link to one to get you started: https://www.geniuskitchen.com/recipe/homemade-bisquick-mix-69051
Hi There,
I subbed with self-raising flour and it work fine. Do the same with seasoned moms salmon quiche recipe.
Oh, great tip, Ali! 🙂
Sounds like a great recipe, just what I was looking for when the grandkids
come. Can I sub melted butter for the oil?
Hi Nora,
You can absolutely substitute butter for the oil! We hope you and your grandkids enjoy this recipe.
I have made this by pouring half of the batter in the pan, Sprinkling cooked sausage and a ribbon of maple syrup, pouring the rest of the batter on top! YUMMMMY!
That sounds amazing, Juju! Great idea!
Blair you have nailed the best way to get ahead for breakfast! I feel now I can cook my eggs and bacon and also bake the pancakes in less time! How great is that…. My new son- in -law Loves breakfast. Love your new recipe I will be cooking the pancakes that way from now on .Thanks for sharing!
Yay! It’s definitely the easiest way to prepare a batch of pancakes! 🙂 So glad that you enjoy them!
Hello Blair, could I add chocolate chips into the unbaked batter, or would this disrupt the texture?? Thank you =)
Yes! You definitely can! That sounds delicious. 🙂
Hey, Krystal! Yes — I think that should work fine! 🙂
Amazing! Putting blueberries in the batter next time. It was an awesome Friday night treat for my kids.
I’m so happy to hear that, Sarah! Yes, the blueberries will be delish!
My grandkids love to cut out shapes with cookie cutters. That leaves the scraps that Grandpa & I put in bowls with maple syrup! Yum! Fun for all!!
That’s such a fun idea, Terri! Thank you!
As advertised! These were easy to make and everyone loved them. I did 2 batches, one with fresh blueberries and one with chocolate chips. You can’t beat breakfast for dinner! Thanks for another great meal Blair!
Yay! Thanks, Christy! I’m so glad that your family approved! 🙂 I agree, you can’t go wrong when pancakes are on the menu.
Super fluffy almost like a cake but still tastes like a pancake. I wish I could post a picture they’re SO fluffy. I definitely recommend putting butter on top with a little syrup. This is so much easier than using the pan!!
Thanks, Loretta! I totally agree, and I’m so glad that you enjoyed them! 🙂
I used Beligan waffle mix. This was delicious and a super easy breakfast.
Thanks, Amanda. I’m so glad that you enjoyed it!
To make pancakes for two of us can be a hassle and cooking over the stove is hot. First pancake comes out great and the rest seen to get all darker on top. I had an older can of Stonewall Kitchen cinnamon apple pancake and waffle mix, so I tried it. I made a 13 x 9 pan that came out FABULOUS! By my oven it needed 14 minutes, but could have easily gone 15 – 16 total minutes I have one more canister of gingerbread pancake and waffle mix. Will use this another time. I’m letting my pan cool and will put slices in the freezer. Thanks for making this so easy!!!
Oh, that version sounds delicious, Caroline. Thanks for the update!!!
How high in the oven should the pan be placed?
Hi, Richard! I put it on the middle rack.
What if I don’t have buttermilk can I just substitute with more of the regular milk or water?
Hi, Jules! You can sub with regular milk. The buttermilk yields a lighter, fluffier pancake with a tender crumb, but milk works fine too. You can also make your own buttermilk at home by adding a little vinegar or lemon juice to regular milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
Perfect recipe! I made this on this 8 degree Christmas Eve morning. I used Hungry Jack Buttermilk Pancake Mix, 1 egg, 1/4 cup veg oil, 1 cup of 2% milk, and 1/2 cup of regular whipping cream because it was all I had, and it turned out great! Topped with butter and maple syrup. Delicious! Thanks, for the recipe! Happy Holidays!
Sounds like the perfect cozy breakfast for a chilly day. Merry Christmas, Diane!
Can you pancakes be frozen after they are baked and cold?
When family is visiting I go from feeding 2 to feeding 7. Breakfast is always an interesting project as we have fussy eaters. Waffles, while they love, wears us out making 14+ waffles and everyone had to wait.
Decided to try this.
Only had Bisquick so used that. Also only unsweetened Almond Mllk for milk so added 1/3 cup Splenda to mix. One last addition was a teaspoon Maple extract.
3 batches.
Everyone was able to eat while next batch baking. Overwhelming thumbs up from my finicky eaters!
This is a keeper!!!!
We’re so happy to hear this! Thanks so much for sharing.
Perfect. Easy. Delicious
Thank you, Terri!
My goodness! This is so tasty and easy to prepare for a larger group. Will make my pancakes this way from now on!
Thanks, Deb! So glad that you enjoyed them!
Hi there. So happy I found this recipe and you… thank you. Staying at an air BnB with seven teenage boys and wanted to make pancakes. Would using the regular recipe on the back of the Bisquick mix box work ok? I make the ultimate one with the baking powder, oil, sugar and vanilla, etc.? What temp if using a copper color baking sheet?
Hi, Caroline! I’m so glad to have you “here”! An Air B&B with 7 teenagers sounds like quite the adventure! 🙂
I haven’t tested the original Bisquick recipe with this method, so I honestly don’t know if it would work. If at all possible, I would stick with this version — which I know is a winner. You can add the vanilla if you like, too. I wouldn’t adjust the temperature for the copper baking sheet. Just keep an eye on the pancakes and pull them out when they’re cooked through. Hope the boys enjoy!
Omg! I work for farmhouse pottery and it literally blew my mind when I saw your pictures with this recipe! Can’t wait to try this for dinner tonight though!
That’s awesome, Courtney! Just stick around a little bit — you’ll notice that pottery (or linens, etc.) in almost all of my posts! 🙂 Hope you enjoy the recipe.
I subbed Greek yogurt for the buttermilk, but these pancakes were a huge hit. And of course super easy. Thank you!
We’re so happy to hear this, Amy! Thank you for sharing.
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Does this work with complete pancake mix. I tried twice and they never baked. Gummy. I did have success with the brand you mentioned though. Thanks.
Hi Angela! We haven’t tested this recipe with Complete pancake mix, but any all-purpose mix should work.
Can I make them the night before and reheat them?
425 degrees is too high for everything else in the oven.
Yes, they will stay fresh in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Reheat individual servings of pancakes in the microwave for 20-30 seconds. To reheat larger quantities of pancakes, place on a foil-lined baking sheet in a 375°F oven for about 10 minutes. Hope this helps!