How long does pancake mix last in the fridge?
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Pancakes are the favorite breakfast option for many people, and they are easy to make at home. If you’ve ever prepared too much pancake batter, you probably wonder how long you have to consume it before it goes bad. Well, does pancake mix go bad in the first place? How do you store it for better shelf life? Read on to know!
Does pancake mix go bad in the fridge?
When kept in the refrigerator, standard pancake batter (flour, milk, and eggs) should last two to four days, depending on the expiration date on your milk and eggs.
Buttermilk pancake mix
Store the pancake mix in the fridge for up to four days. Make careful to put the pancake batter in an airtight container before refrigerating it for optimal results. Alternatively, you may use a liquid-safe Ziploc bag or a sealable piping bag to store the pancake batter.
Homemade buttermilk pancake mix keeps for approximately a month in an airtight container or bag in the pantry or for about six months in the refrigerator. The buttermilk powder used in this recipe keeps the best in the fridge.
Gluten-free pancake mix
You can keep a gluten-free pancake mix for at least three months in a sealed container in a cold, dark pantry.
Protein Pancake Mix
Keep protein pancake batter in an airtight container to keep it fresh. If you reheat them, the batter stays fresh for up to 3-4 days in the fridge, or you can freeze the mix for up to 2 months.
How long does pancake mix last after the expiration date?
Pancake mix’s shelf life is up to 6 to 12 months and often produces excellent results for at least a few months beyond the package’s date. If you’re not sure if your mix is still in edible condition, try making a couple of pancakes to see how they turn out.
Homemade Easy Pancakes
Do you not have a ready to make pancake mix at home? Here is the easiest recipe for pancakes using basic ingredients. Take a look.
Ingredients for pancakes
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons white sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup milk
Procedure for pancakes
- Mix all the dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
- In the center, make a deep pit and pour in the milk, egg, and oil. Mix well until the batter turns out completely smooth.
- Over medium to high flame, add a little oil on a skillet or a pan.
- Use approximately 1/4 cup of batter for a pancake and pour the batter onto the skillet. Brown both sides and serve immediately.
How can you tell if pancake mix is bad?
- The packaging has mold or moist clumps. Moisture got it, that’s for sure.
- It has a rotten odor or otherwise smells odd.
- There are holes in the container or dead or alive pantry bugs in the mix.
- You kept an open blend for months without sealing it.
Can expired pancake mix make you sick?
You are not at risk from stale, dated pancake and other baking mixes unless you are allergic to mold or the baking mix was not packaged in an unbleached wax paper, plastic, or foil bag.
The growth of mold within unsealed boxes of flapjack powder does not make it into something that damages everyone who eats it, nor does it turn old pancake mix into poison. Only people with mold allergies are at risk, and even then, the mixture must include mold spores to be dangerous, not merely be old.
What happens if you eat out-of-date pancakes?
Flour, powdered egg, powdered buttermilk, baking powder, salt, and preservatives are common ingredients in dry pancake mixes. The ideal use-by date is indicated on the packaging to ensure freshness and a good rise for fluffiness.
It is OK to use dry pancake mix that has passed its best-by date. Pancakes that do not puff up as much as they should and, if too old, a stale taste are the most likely outcomes.
