When you think you don’t have time to meal prep breakfast for the week, the Easy Pancake Bake is your solution. Pancake mix, egg, milk, cinnamon, and vanilla extract and mixed together and baked for the perfect pancake flavor without the hassle of standing at the stove flipping pancakes. This breakfast takes five minutes to throw together before it bakes in the oven. This is the base recipe for the pancake bake, and you can build off of this to create different variations based on whatever you have on hand, or whatever you’re in the mood for.
All About the Easy Pancake Bake
This recipe was created out of pure laziness. I love having pancakes on hand as an easy breakfast to bring to the office, or to have on hand for a quick meal when I am home. The only problem is, I find it super annoying to stand at the stove flipping pancakes, batch after batch. I used to cook my pancakes in batches like this for meal prep, and store them in little glass containers, which was great, but time consuming.
One day, I decided to throw some ingredients together and bake my pancakes. And the Easy Pancake Bake was born!
Since releasing this recipe, so many of you have grown to love and appreciate the ease and functionality of the Pancake Bake. What I love most about this recipe is the pure versatility. I have released multiple versions of this recipe, which always keeps things interesting:
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirl Pancake Bake
- lemon almond poppyseed pancake bake
- pumpkin spice pancake bake
One is better than the next.
You can also take the classic Easy Pancake Bake and add any fruit of you choice (blueberries work great here, or sliced bananas) and transform the flavor profile completely.
Versatility of the Easy Pancake Bake
This recipe is super versatile because it’s not really a recipe, but more of a method.
For this method, you can use any pancake mix you’d like. You can use dairy-free milk like I do (I love using cashew or almond milk), or you can use whatever milk you have in the fridge. You can use a whole egg, or egg whites.
Really, this method is about using whatever you have on hand and making it work for a quick, easy, hassle-free and inexpensive meal prep.
As always, whenever you use different ingredients than I do, be sure to update your recipe builder to calculate the revised stats.
How to serve and reheat the Easy Pancake Bake
I like to serve the pancake bake a few ways: one of the easiest ways is with some chicken sausage links and fresh fruit. These are my favorite breakfast sausage links. You can also add some eggs on the side for some extra protein.
Another great way to serve this bake is with a doll-up of nut butter and some sliced bananas, almost like a dessert. When I am in the mood for something sweet and decadent in the morning, this is my go-to.
For meal prep, I store the individual portions of the pancake bake in glass storage containers in the fridge, along with the frozen sausages. Since the sausages defrost in the fridge, I just have to pop the entire container into the microwave for a minute or so to reheat everything before eating.
If you aren’t heading into the office or bringing this meal on the go, you can also store the pancake bake in the baking dish you baked it in. Just make sure you cover it with plastic wrap and store it in the fridge; this does not do well on the counter.
What you’ll need to make the Easy Pancake Bake
Here’s what you’ll need to make this recipe:
- pancake mix of your choice
- I use this high protein pancake mix from Kodiak Cakes, and I highly recommend it.
- baking powder
- cinnamon
- vanilla extract
- egg or egg whites
- milk of choice (preferred: cashew or almond milk)
Do I need to use Kodiak Cakes? What if I can’t find them?
You do not have to use Kodiak Cakes pancake mix for this; however, this mix has extra protein in it, so I like using it. You can use regular pancake mix (like Bisquik, for example) and this will turn out great. Just make sure to calculate your revised stats for whatever ingredients you use. The stats on this recipe card are calculated using Kodiak Cakes.
Here is a comparison of the nutritional information between regular pancake mix and Kodiak Cakes. You can see the protein and fiber is way more significant in the Kodiak power cakes mix (on the left).
How to make the Easy Pancake Bake
First, preheat your oven to 350F.
Next, combine all of the ingredients into a mixing bowl. Whisk everything together to get all the lumps out.
Spray a pie dish or baking dish with cooking spray, and pour the batter in.
Pop the dish in the oven and bake for 25 minutes or until set up. Makes four servings.
Easy Pancake Bake
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- baking dish
Ingredients
- 1 cup pancake mix, used: Kodiak Cakes Buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- 1 cup almond milk, cashew milk or skim milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F.
- Liberally spray a pie plate or baking dish with cooking spray.
- Combine all ingredients, whisking to eliminate clumps, and pour into the baking dish.
- Bake for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cut into four servings.
Weight Watchers
Notes
- 3 WW points
Nutrition
I made this for my breakfast this week using the Kodiak chocolate chip mix! Very good and filling. I’ll try to add a topping like apples or bananas next time to change it up. Thanks for the great recipes!
So simple & so delicious. This pancake bake was so easy to make. Each individual serving is so generous I can’t believe it’s only 3 points. It was so delicious that I was even able to eat it on-the-go without any syrup. This will be a staple in my breakfast meal prep.
So satisfying and delicious. As recommended, I add blueberries for even more yumminess.
So yummy and a good base for pancake bakes! Great for meal prepping!
My very favorite breakfast meal prep. Easy and delicious and reheats so well.
Easy and customizable! Great snack or meal addition.
By far the best pancake bake I have ever tried. My husband even stated that this is his favorite pancake recipe. Loved by our whole household! Easy to prep and is delicious!
Great, easy recipe and perfect for a quick grab and go breakfast!
I love this recipe and make some variation of it all the time!
So easy and versatile! Reheats great in the toaster oven too!
One of my favorite make-ahead breakfasts! It’s a perfect base – I add fruit sometimes like blueberries or apple-cranberry mix.
This recipe is so easy and delicious! I use the Kodiak chocolate chip mix and it is sweet enough that you do not need to add syrup. It is a family favorite!
This is one of my favorite super easy breakfasts. It’s hard to believe that it only is 3 WW points. Sometimes I follow the recipe exactly and sometimes I add fruit. Blueberries are a nice addition.
This is a breakfast favorite! So easy and good!!
Love this recipe! So easy and love that it makes 4 servings. I made a second batch to freeze so I have it on hand.
Paired is serving with 2 turkey sausages and fresh strawberries. Such a filling and delicious breakfast!
I can remember if I reviewed this yet but just wanted to say how much I love this recipe! I modify it to add mix ins etc but the base of the recipe is so perfect and satisfying! Step’s recipes have helped me so much in my journey!
my 2nd fav breakfast recipe from u!! super easy meal prep…1st fav overnight oats with apple butter!!
Has anyone successfully replaced the egg to make a vegan option?
The absolute best!
I make this all the time. It’s delicious and easy to bring to work and reheat in the microwave.
Such a great quick breakfast prep!
Love this recipe so much! I made this for breakfast this week with the Kodiak chocolate chip pancake mix and topped it with banana slices before baking. It is so filling and delicious.
I made this with Kodiak chocolate chip and it was amazing!! I’m def making this again!!
I made this with Kodiak chocolate chip and it was so delicious!!! So easy to make!! I’m def making this from now on!! Thank you!
A staple breakfast. I always add fresh fruit.
Made a batch of your Classic Pancake Bake. They ROCK!!!! This is a keeper. Had a wedge with fresh blueberries and warm SF Syrup with 2 Turkey Sausage Links.
On Blue 🔵plan. A satisfying 5 SP breakfast. Served them with fresh fruit and coffee. Used Kodiak Mix. 😋😋😋
Made this today using the strawberry chocolate chip Kodiak mix. Delicious!
Amazing!
This was a hit with my family ( kids are 7,5 and 1.5). I doubled the recipe and baked in an 11×17 for about 23 minutes. Also added sprinkles to the kid side. I’ve been looking for a easy breakfast options to send to daycare with the toddler and I think this might now be a go to meal prep for both of us. Thanks!
Loved it! Light and fluffy. A quick and easy breakfast. Great for my work week lunch.
Made this with cinnamon Kodiak cakes mix and blueberries! Awesome!
Does this freeze well? If so do you freeze as a whole or cut into portions? How do you reheat? Tu
This is really good. I just made it today and had it for lunch with turkey bacon and strawberries. I was wondering, how would you freeze this and then reheat it?
Thank you
Yes, freezes great! I microwave in a damp paper towel to reheat. 🙂
Can this be frozen? How to reheat? Ty
Freezes great, I wrap in damp paper towel to reheat. I would do 30 sec at a time.
Made this for meal prep and my kids and husband ate it all before I could have a slice. Made a triple batch this time. They ate most of that too, but I managed to hide a couple of slices. It’s delicious and very versatile.
I make this at least twice a week! So good, so delicious, so easy & so quick!! Everyone in my family loves it!
So quick & easy ! And delicious ! This helped me to have breakfast for 4 days and not starve myself. I’m trying to get into the habit of meal prep and your recipes are helping !! Thank you !!
One of my favorite things to meal prep for breakfast! So easy, delicious and there are so many variations you can make with this recipe! This has become a staple breakfast for me!
The easiest and BEST breakfast prep!!
I made this recipe this morning and it was fantastic and my husband and daughters both loved it as well! Thank you for your continuous hard work on the recipes to make it easier on the rest of us!
YUM! I love making this for meal prep for the week. It is literally the easiest thing in the world to mix up, and so delicious. So many different ways to make it too, I usually just use the Kodiak Cakes that I have on hand and it always turns out great!
I make this all the time as my breakfast meal prep and it’s fast, easy, and delicious. Thank you!
My new favorite way to make pancakes! It’s fool-proof and now everyone can eat their hot pancakes at the same time instead of one person eating while the rest of the pancakes cook!
My absolute favorite breakfast! Steph nailed this recipe!
I make this recipe at least 3 times a month. It’s very yummy and I like how you can be creative and add different ingredients.
This has been my bfast for three weeks straight! So easy to make.
Make this all the time. Love it!
Made it today with blueberries. So easy and so good!!
The easiest and tastiest way to begin any morning. 💕💕💕
I doubled this and did 1/2 regular and 1/2 chocolate to keep in freezer. Yum!
This is the easiest, basic but delicious breakfast treat! I throw in some blueberries and even have for dessert!
Delicious! Just added what I usually do to my pancake batter and came out perfect! Added 5 minutes to cooking time personally! Can’t wait to try other mixes! I usually like cake-y items for breakfast so this helps bridge the gap!
Super tasty and so simple to make!
New to your blog. Tried your overnight oats recipe and really enjoyed it. I will be trying this next. Could you please tell me where you found the pie dish you baked this in? I have been looking for one very similar, but I am having difficulty locating one. Thank you.
So easy to make! I love to add blueberries to mine. So yummy and filling!
My favorite! Soo easy & versatile.
Love this. Make is weekly!
This is so good. I make it weekly without fail! I add sliced banana or a handful of blueberries. I’ve even made it with a quarter of a cup of pumpkin purée and pumpkin spice in Lieu of the cinnamon. It’s terrific
How much banana or blueberries can I add
This is by far one of my favorite WW recipes. It’s amazingly satisfying for the calories and smart points. Thank you Steph!
I just put these in the oven…anxiously waiting for them to finish.
Great for meal prep!
This is so good and easy to make!! I’ve made it 3 times in the past week using the chocolate chip kodiak mix, yum!
I eat some variation of this every morning thank you steph! I’ve made a blueberry pancake bake and Almond poppy seed. This is a great base recipe to do so many things with. I don’t eat it like a pancake with syrup but more Iike a morning muffin type breakfast. I’m not big on eggs so this is perfect to go with my coffee.
I love how simple this is! I’ve started doubling the recipe to make two trays at once. This freezes so effortlessly in a ziplock bag. I’ve tossed what ever fruit I have and have to say blackberry banana might be my new favorite combo! Thanks Steph
This is a very versatile recipe. I’ve made several. It’s a rather large portion & I usually serve it with an an egg white omelette.
LOVE!!!! Even my picky eater loves this. For my kids I add toppings for them. We make it weekly for “breakfast for dinner”. I feel better about it since it has the extra protein.
So good, huge serving. Reminds me of a cinnamon roll taste!
This is such an easy way to make breakfast for my husband and I on the weekends or to prep for myself for the weekdays. It’s a household favorite! We love to add blueberries to our batter.
This is delicious! I made it for my ‘treat’ to have when I need something sweet.
So good!!!!!!
This has quickly become a family favorite. The recipe doubles really easy and comes out great with Kodiak cakes or regular pancake mix.
Love this recipe! So easy to make and gives me breakfast for the whole week! Not to mention…it’s delicious! Thanks Steph!
I made the Blueberry pancake bake on Sunday. I had turkey sausage with mine and some SF Maple Syrup. This pancake was so good. Worth it. They aren’t dried or anything. Very flavorful. Tried different variations. All were worth it.
So simple and delicious! So much easier and less time consuming making pancakes this way with a toddler running around! Thank you for this easy recipe!
Quick easy and tasty! I like to top it with homemade applesauce.
Super easy to make and very delicious! I’m allergic to eggs and substituted 3TBSP “Just Egg” in place of the 1 egg and it still turned out perfectly for 4pts per serving on Purple!
So yummy and super easy to throw together!!
This is absolutely delicious and my kids loved it too!!
This is so easy and versatile. I added chocolate chips in it with bananas on top. So delicious and filling! Can’t wait to try other variations.
Oh my💕💕 AMAZING!! My husband and daughter approved and that’s a big deal in our family. 😁Super easy recipe to follow and perfect for meal prep. I have made this twice this week(dinner and meal prep for breakfast). THANKS!!!
We like to add blueberries and bake in muffin tins. It was a hit even with my teen boys.
SO GOOD. And so easy! Had the whole kitchen cleaned and put up before the dish even came out of the oven!
This is a breakfast meal prep staple in my house! We love to add fresh fruit before baking. So easy and delicious!
I just made this using the Kodiak dark chocolate mix. It smells like I’m baking brownies! Fantastic!
This is so delicious! A great quick easy breakfast throughout the week!
Such a delicious and quick breakfast meal prep! I love to add fruit to the top before baking so yummy!
I don’t know if I have already commented but this recipe is worth at least two comments! So easy and good. I just made it again with the Kodisk strawberry chocolate chip mix. My daughter wil be so happy at breakfast tomorrow! Thank you!
I make this almost daily. My family loves it. Quick and easy snack!
My hubby and kids love this recipe. We use the strawberry chocolate chip mix. My 4yr old loves to help mix the pancake batter and add extra chocolate chips.
Super simple to make! I make this 1-2 times a week for my breakfast and I pair it with eggs and bacon and it keeps me full for quite a while. It also reheats very well.
So good!! Very quick and easy to make and huge portions! It’s very filling!
The first Steph recipe I ever made. Easy and yummy
I use this as a base for all kinds of add ins…couldn’t be happier to have this recipe in my rotation for weekly meal prep!
Seriously have made meal prepped this the last few weeks!!! So easy and clean up is a teaspoon, a cup, a bowl, and a baking dish!! So delish!!!
This is one of the easiest things to make, and I always have the ingredients on hand. Sometimes I bring this with me if I have errands to run- it holds in your purse great and is better than eating a granola bar.
The breakfast recipe I make the most because of how easy and filling it is. We eat it as a side with full plate on weekends and heat or even eat cold as grab and go during work week.
This was my first Steph recipe to try and I’ve made it many times since. It really is easy and good, but also it got my on a path to meal prep and learning what a real time saver it is. Thanks so much!
Easy, delicious, healthy, guilt free pancakes! I’ve shared this recipe with so many people and they have all loved it!
This is a recipe I make every week! Such a big portion too!
I have been making this for about 5 weeks straight now! I love how Steph said it could be used as a dessert. It has been helping me to stay on track.
Love this recipe, make it often on the weekends pair it with fresh fruit, Yummy and so Easy
Simple and delicious. I make this bake at least once a week for my young children. Perfect for quick, filling, and healthier morning breakfast before school – I just pop it in the microwave!
I have used all of the other kodiak flavors for this and they are all bomb. I like to add fruits on the side as well. It’s super customizable to anyone’s liking!
Enjoy!
Absolutely delicious!! Light and fluffy! I also like to add Lily’s chocolate chips sometimes. Sometimes I eat this for dessert ❤️
Delicious and so easy! I added a sliced banana. And my picky two year old devoured it too! Such a great recipe.
Very good!
Sometimes I crumble it up and put in my overnight oats
So easy to make !
Just made a blueberry dark chocolate chip pancake bake. So easy! I’ve been toasting mine in the morning and it’s delicious👌!
I made this and the Chocolate Peanut Butter bake for a bunch of teenage boys after a sleepover, I was worried because as they were cooking I thought, I should’ve just made 2 of the CPB, I was wrong, they loved this one! It was so easy to make and they all loved it, none left. A home run when you have a bunch hungry teenagers in your house. I served with bacon and fresh fruit.
LOVE this recipe – super simple, super tasty and a hit with the entire family! I make this recipe once a week and enjoy for breakfast as well as a snack, when I’m craving something cakey. This hits the spot on so many levels!
So yummy! The ingredients she adds really transform the Kodiak Cake mix and the recipe is so easy to make! My mom and I added in some fresh blueberries for a delicious twist.
My go-to any day, any time!
I make one pretty much 2-3 times a week. I love the OG, because it is the most versatile for me and my husband. Thank you Steph. I can’t keep enough Kodiak on hand! LOL
I omitted the cinnamon and added a cup of frozen blueberries on top before baking. So yummy, no need for syrup! Thanks Steph!
My picky 7yr old is tough to get nutritious food into at breakfast. She LOVES this. I sprinkle hers with rainbow sprinkles before baking and she thinks it’s a treat. This recipe has made breakfast so much easier!
Sooo good for something sweet for breakfast
So good and very easy!
So delicious! I added blueberries to mine and topped it with a teaspoon of maple syrup. Absolutely perfect and really filling, I couldn’t believe the portion size for only 3 points! It’s a new staple in my house!
Agh 1/2 way through baking I realized I forgot the egg…. I subbed kid jam mix for regular pancake mix and almond milk for premier protein shake. Fingers crossed this turns out!
Taste of pancakes with ease of one pan!
So easy, so versatile, and sooo delicious! Love making these for breakfasts, and eating with fruit.
Could you use vanilla protein in lieu of milk?
So easy and so delicious!! This will be a regular on our menu 😋
This is an awesome dish! Great to enjoy right away, but my favourite thing is that it can be made ahead of time, kept in the fridge and reheated for a quick breakfast before daycare/school/work. I can’t wait to try the variations.
So delicious and simple! I make this a couple of times a month with Kodiak Cakes’ gluten free mix. It is great every time!
So easy to prep and easier going down
So delicious; I heat this in the microwave and serve alongside greek yogurt with frozen berries drizzled with honey and light syrup and it is delicious!
So great and easy! I’ve made this so many times!
One of my favorite meal preps and breakfasts, especially when I customize it into the classic Blueberry Pancake version. Well done Steph!!
Delish and easy. This time I added diced apples! Will top with cinnamon apples each morning.
Love this recipe! It’s so easy to make for meal prep and tastes great. I add blueberries in to add a little sweetness. It’s now part of my regular rotation of breakfast recipes.
The Easy Pancake Bake really is quite simply delicious! It will surely become a staple for me! Thank you for your delicious and WW point friendly recipes!
Love this! Such an easy breakfast!
Super easy and yummy go to recipe with kitchen staples. I make this all the time 🙂
Love this recipe! So easy to make!
Quick easy & healthy!
I make this every week for lunch!! Top it with 0%greek yogurt and it’s my favorite easy prep lunch!!
This was so easy and delicious! The cinnamon adds just an extra touch of flavor. I will definitely be making this again!
Great thank you. We did with keto mix had accidentally added water so added and egg also for fun added sf keto choc chips . Thanks again!