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Amish Baking Mix

If you love quick and easy baking, this Amish Baking Mix is a must-have staple for your kitchen. It’s a simple homemade mix that can be used anywhere you would normally use a store-bought baking mix, like biscuit or pancake (Bisquick or Krusteaz) mix. Many traditional Amish kitchens keep a large batch of this mix on hand to make biscuits, pancakes, muffins, and other baked goods quickly.

Making your own baking mix at home is incredibly easy and often more budget-friendly than buying pre-made mixes. It only takes a few minutes to prepare, and once it’s made you’ll have a versatile base ready whenever you want to bake.

This recipe creates a light, fluffy baking mix thanks to the combination of flour, baking powder, and cream of tartar. The dry milk adds richness and flavor, while the shortening or butter gives the mix its classic biscuit-style texture.

Store your baking mix in an airtight container so it’s always ready when you need it. Just scoop out the amount required for your recipe, and you’re good to go! If made with shortening, it can be stored in the pantry in an airtight container for 6 months. When made with butter, it can be stored in the refrigerator or freezer for 3 to 6 months.

If you prefer baking mixes that are mixed with milk in recipes, try Homemade Bisquick Mix made without Cream of Tartar or Powdered Milk.

Amish Baking Mix

Ingredients

4½ cups flour
¼ cup baking powder
1½ tsp salt
1 tsp cream of tartar
2 Tbs sugar
½ cup dry milk
1 cup shortening or butter

Instructions

1. Sift all dry ingredients together.
2. Cut in the shortening until the mixture resembles a coarse meal.
3. Store in airtight containers.
4. When measuring for a recipe, lightly spoon the mix into the measuring cup and level it off. Do not pack tightly.

To make 1 Dozen Biscuits – 3 cups of baking mix and ¾ cup of water. Blend together just until moistened. Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto a lightly greased or sprayed baking sheet. Bake at 450° for 8-10 minutes.

To make Pancakes – 3 cups baking mix, 1 egg, and 1½ cups water. Mix together. Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium-high heat. Pour or scoop the batter onto the griddle, using approximately 1/4 cup for each pancake. Brown on both sides and serve hot.

Tip: This mix can be used in many recipes that call for a baking mix, making it perfect for quick biscuits, pancakes, and more. Keeping a batch ready in your pantry can save time and make homemade baking even easier.

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Amish Baking Mix

Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Main Course

Servings:

Calories: 359kcal

Ingredients

4½ cups flour
¼ cup baking powder
1½ tsp salt
1 tsp cream of tartar
2 Tbs sugar
½ cup dry milk
1 cup shortening or butter

Instructions

Sift all dry ingredients together.
Cut in the shortening, until it resembles a course meal.
Store in airtight containers.
When measuring for a recipe, lightly put in the cup and level, don't pack tightly.