I know what you’re thinking. Shouldn’t pancake mix be made to make pancakes? Yes, yes it should! But as a Flapjacked Ambassador, I use their Protein Pancake Mix for more than just pancakes.
The reason why I love using Flapjacked Protein Pancake mix for more than just pancakes is because of the unique NON GMO ingredients.
- Oat flour (which luckily I can tolerate quite well being gluten free)
- Coconut Flour or Hazelnut flour (depending on the batter flavor)
- Quinoa flour
- Dried peaches, banana, or apples (per flavor)
- whey protein
- Cultured Buttermilk Powder
- Baking Powder
You see, this mix is fabulous for baking and more because it is MORE than just plain old GF flour and baking soda/powder. I receive a lot of questions about how I use this batter, so I figured today’s post can cover a few suggestions. Whatcha think?
First up..Healthy Bites. Remember that time I made personal pancake bites? If not, check out the recipe here! A-M-A-Z-I-N-G!
I usually replace half the protein powder or coconut flour suggested in my Healthy Bite recipes for one of the flapjack mixes. It gives it a great flavor when you are wanting less sweetness. I also use it when making bites with dried fruit., for example my PB and Jelly bites (from ebook) or the apricot mac nut recipe!
Oh, and I always share when I make these, because they are super special, obviously! 
Second, I use protein pancake mix (buttermilk flapjacked) as a thickener for soups. This past week I made a spicy pumpkin soup that needed a little extra thickness, 1-2 tablespoon of the buttermilk did the trick! Just stir on low for about 5 minutes.
Third, I use it to hold together savory salmon or tuna cakes. I actually made a mini sizzlefish sablefish and broccoli cake recipe with the buttermilk mix few week. You can see the full recipe here!
And last, but not least, I bake with it. Muffins, cookies, breads, etc. I recently made Flapjacks Outrageous Banana Bread Recipe with a few tweaks of my own. It’s too good not to share!
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Flapjacks Outrageous Banana Bread:
INGREDIENTS
4 extra large eggs
3 over ripe bananas (mashed)
½ cup light sour cream or fat free greek yogurt (I used half greek yogurt and half cream cheese)
¼ cup melted butter (I used melted coconut oil)
1 teaspoon vanilla
2-¼ cup FlapJacked Banana Hazelnut Protein Pancake Mix
¼ cup coconut sugar (or brown sugar) – I used coconut sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
I added in ½ cup chopped dark chocolate espresso almonds and 1 teaspoon chocolate extract (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a medium bowl, combine Dry Ingredients (FlapJacked Pancake mix, sugar, baking soda and chocolate chips.) In another medium bowl, using an electric mixer, combine wet ingredients and mix on medium – high speed for 2 minutes until well blended. Using a spoon or spatula, gently fold in wet and dry ingredients. Spoon mixture into a lightly greased 9×5-inch loaf pan and bake for 45-50 minutes or until a wooden tooth pick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Serve hot or cooled.
ENJOY!
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NUTRITION FACTS w/ Greek Yogurt
Serving Size: 1 ½-inch slice (15 servings)
Calories 145 Fat 6g Carbohydrates 16g Fiber 2g Sugar 9g Protein 9g
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Want more ideas? Go check out all the other recipes on their site. So many great ideas for savory and sweet protein packed eats!
What’s your favorite way to use pancake mix? Besides in pancakes of course.
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YUM! you are so good at these recipes! I want them all! can I live with you guys?! hehe
Oh…. I have GF pancake mix in the cupboard right now and that bread recipe looks amazing.
Never would have thought to use Pancake mix to thicken soup… but that totally works, plus adding in protein, Nice!
yes, my thoughts exactly!
These are super creative ways to use Pancake mix. And your dishes…omg…delish!!!
I have three ripe bananas and some Flapjacked mix that are just ASKING to be made into banana bread tonight… how timely!!
Do you have a good, healthy-ingredient banana bread recipe that doesn’t involve the protein pancakes (since I don’t have any of that right now)…I have an itch to bake some banana bread. 🙂
Such a great idea to add it as a thickening agent! It never even crossed my mind!
HOLY YUMMINESS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I want everything!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 🙂
We LOVE flapjacked and it is so fun to see all the different things you can do with their product. And for the record I have always hated pancakes until I tried their stuff.
You know what I am going to say – ‘ahhh wish we could get this mix in the UK’…
And I know what you will say – ‘come visit and get some!’ – hahaha!
Everything looks delish though – and it’s so good sometimes to think out with the box regarding ingredients!
i just might include a sample with your cedar plank mailing! xxoo
😀 XXX
I never would have thought to use pancake mix for so many different things!
yes and i think they are nut free!
Too many good ideas! I still have my little sample pack from Blend and I keep meaning to use it, but I’m not sure on what… Any suggestions? It’s the apple cinnamon flavour…
oh i bet you can make some kind of delicious apple bread or muffin. Like caramel cinnamon apple?
Oh dear – that Flapjacks Outrageous Banana Bread has such an amazing texture!!! I really need to rethink my one flour recipes! Thanks Lindsay!
you would love that bread and i bet you could add in youre own twist!
mmmm craving pancakes now 😉
Wow – I truly had no idea that you could do so much with pancake mix – all of it looks awesome!! The thickener for soup is something I never would have thought of – does it make it sweet?
not at all. the buttermilk is more creamy, ya know?
That banana bread…OMG! 🙂
it’s like crack!
These were SO GOOD!! I don’t think I even made pancakes with them either. Hehe
haha i rarely make the pancakes with them.. muffins, yes!
MMM…chocolate makes everything better! Delicious!
could not agree more!
Ooo. I didn’t know pancake mix could be so versatile. My stomachs approve of this blog post.
it’s saves me time and energy! haha
Look at you go! I never think to use pancake mix for other things! All of these recipes look fantastic!
WHAT THU?!!! You put it in your salad.
Mind blown.
Must try!!
Well now I know what to do with the extra Flapjacked mix in my pantry. 🙂
I must make that banana muffin bread! I thought i noticed that the flapjacked packaging doesn’t explicitly state it is gluten free. Do you know why? Thanks!
they used oat flour, so that’s not certified gluten free but if you are not celiac, it should be okay since it’s a GF ingredient, you know? I think they are working on a certified GF mix soon! I can eat oat flour just fine and i’m non celiac gluten sensitive. Just depends on the person though. xxoo
Got it! Thank you very much for the response. I have no allergies thank goodness but notice I feel much better when eating gluten free. Will definitely try this out.
Really awesome ideas! I’ve yet to bake with my FlapJack mix. I still have mine from Blend in the pantry. I’ve been wanting to create a muffin with it. Thanks for the motivation!
Oh wow I didn’t know flapjacks used gluten free and non GMO ingredients!! I do like baking with pancake mix because it already has a lot of the necessary ingredients.
And dark chocolate espresso almonds?? Areyoukiddingme?? Yum!
they used oat flour, so that’s not certified gluten free but if you are not celiac, it should be okay since it’s a GF ingredient, you know? I think they are working on a certified GF mix soon! I can eat oat flour just fine and i’m non celiac gluten sensitive. Just depends on the person though. xxoo
YUM! That banana bread looks like an amazingly delicious cake. I love how creative you are!
We love you, Lindsay! This is SUCH an awesome and creative post. We’ve never even thought of using our mixes as a thickener for soups- we will definitely be trying (and sharing) that tip!!
FlapJacked Mix really is the best! It’s so versatile. I’ve used it to make breads, muffins, pizza crust, I add it to smoothies, oatmeal, you name it! I love the soup thickener idea too! You’re brilliant. 😉 And the additions you made to the banana bread sound INCREDIBLE! Totally trying that.
You are the absolute cutest. I am going to make these this week. 🙂
I always love how creative you are. I never think to try to repurpose something like a mix.
That pancake mix sounds pretty amazing! I think I may need to try it. I have nothing on your pancake mix creations…keep em coming!
I really think you are one of my favorite recipe creators! It all looks amazing and I can’t wait to try some!
I really need to get some of this! Can you only buy online or in stores?
It certainly is amazing how versatile pancake mix is! I’ve used it to make banana bread and biscuits. So yummy! I have still yet to try the Flapjack pancake mix though. It’s definitely a brand I need to try!
You’re so smart!! 🙂 Great ideas here–now I’ve gotta get my hands on this mix.
SO clever! Wow! Love the idea of using it as a thickener in soup, I would NEVER have thought of that! I hate it when using cornstarch or flour makes it all clumpy! Thanks for the ideas, I MUST try flapjacked 🙂
OMGOSH YOU ARE AWESOME.
TRYING.
sharing.
Im all about the savory with the p-cake mix!!
i use the buttermilk and add in turkey sausage to make muffins –> you would LOVE! let me know if you want any! i’ll share!
Chocolate, espresso and banana bread – girl this recipe is screaming at me “I’m delicious, make me now!!”
mmmm… if only i could have the milk! boo hiss!
you can use another pancake mix that dairy free, or just use those flours with plain protein!
Love Flapjacked! Works great for muffin tops. I can just smell them baking now.
Love the idea of a pancake banana bread. I’ve used pancake mix with both really good and pretty awful results in cookies. When you get it right, you get something that is so airy and delicious!
you got that right! hehe
Ohhh that banana bread looks terrific! I actually saw Flapjacked mixes being sold at one of the Red Mango locations near me. Isn’t that funny?
who would’ve thought you could use the pancake mix to make so much!
I STILL have a pack of Flapjacked Pancake Mix in my pantry from Laura! This needs to happen this weekend, I totally forgot about it!! Love all your recipe ideas with it too. Creative lady.
do you want more? I can send you some. Oh and I need your address again to send you goodies!
oh bloody Australia. You have nothing as usual.
Flackjack my face.
I think you can order online soon. But i have a ton, so i will send you some. Let’s chat! for reals! i need your new address!
Some great ideas 🙂 a nice gluten free option for wherever a recipe needs a thickener!
yes, and added protein! yay!