Bisquick Clone
Create your favorite comfort foods from scratch with this easy and versatile Bisquick Clone recipe! Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and either vegetable shortening or chilled butter, this homemade mix is as quick and convenient as the store-bought version but with the satisfaction of knowing exactly what’s in it. In just 10 minutes, you’ll have a batch of a light, crumbly baking mix that’s perfect for whipping up pancakes, biscuits, waffles, or casseroles anytime. Stored properly, this DIY Bisquick substitute lasts up to six months, making it a budget-friendly and preservative-free solution for busy kitchens. With its simple preparation and multipurpose applications, this recipe will become your new go-to for reliable, delicious baking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons baking powder
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 cup vegetable shortening (or butter, chilled and cut into small pieces)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar until thoroughly combined.
Add the vegetable shortening or chilled butter to the flour mixture.
Using a pastry cutter, two forks, or your fingertips, cut the shortening into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Ensure there are no large lumps of shortening left.
Once the mixture is evenly combined, transfer it to an airtight container for storage.
Store your Bisquick Clone in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months, or refrigerate it to extend the shelf life to about 6 months.
Use this homemade Bisquick mix as a 1-to-1 substitute for store-bought Bisquick in recipes. Enjoy making pancakes, biscuits, and more with your fresh mix!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4879 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 247.0 g | 317% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.3 g | 282% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 11132 mg | 484% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 593.5 g | 216% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.6 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.6 g | ||
| Protein | 74.4 g | 149% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 98 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 33.4 mg | 186% | |
| Potassium | 772 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
