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Arrowhead Mills Mix Pancake Buttermilk Org
Cereal & Breakfast
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Arrowhead Mills Mix Pancake Buttermilk Org

Arrowhead Mills
22 oz
Available at Foodtown
120
Calories
4g
Protein
3g
Sugars
280mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
25
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Arrowhead Mills Organic Buttermilk Pancake Mix (22 oz) sits on the supermarket breakfast and baking aisle alongside other pancake & waffle mixes, near syrups, pancake toppings and boxed cereals. You’ll spot it in the natural/organic section of many stores, often shelved next to other organic flours and baking mixes. It reads as a pantry-friendly, family-oriented product — the kind of item shoppers add for lazy weekend breakfasts, quick school-morning pancakes, or to stash for storm prep when shelf-stable comfort foods matter. The brand positions itself as wholesome and traditional: an organic, back-to-basics alternative to heavily branded mixes. Packaging emphasizes “organic” and whole-grain ingredients, leaning on a health-halo of naturalness rather than flashy kid-centric mascots or indulgent claims. Label copy highlights organic certification and whole grain wheat, which appeals to shoppers seeking cleaner labels and simple ingredients. In plain terms this is a processed, shelf-stable mix — milled flours blended with cane sugar, dried buttermilk solids and leavening agents — made for convenience rather than home-from-scratch baking. Sensory details: when prepared, batter yields light, slightly nutty pancakes with a tender crumb and mild tang from the buttermilk solids; aromas are toasty-wheat and warm butter on the griddle. The product arrives in a 22 oz bag designed for pantry storage and quick measuring; preparation is a familiar ritual — whisking with milk and egg (or water), spooning batter onto a hot griddle, flipping for golden discs. In American grocery culture it’s a bridge between homemade tradition and modern convenience, marketed to value-minded, health-conscious families who want fast, wholesome breakfasts.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.25
Servings per Container: 17
Calories120
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0.5g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium280mg12%
Total Carbohydrate26g9%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars3g
Added Sugars3g6%
Protein4g
* The % Daily Value (DV) 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.

Ingredients

Organic, Wheat, Flour,, Organic, Whole, Grain, Wheat, Flour,, Organic, Cane, Sugar,, Baking, Powder, (Calcium, Phosphate,, Baking, Soda,, Corn, Starch),, Organic, Buttermilk, Solids,, Salt,, Baking, Soda..

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

The mix combines basic, recognizable ingredients (flours, sugar, dried buttermilk) with industrially milled and dried components and leavening agents; it is a processed, shelf-stable convenience product but lacks many additives characteristic of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Arrowhead Mills Mix Pancake Buttermilk Org

The Arrowhead Mills pancake mix can be considered a decent option for a breakfast treat, especially since it's made with organic ingredients. It's not packed with superfoods, but it offers a balanced amount of carbohydrates and low sugar, making it a better choice than many heavily processed options out there. Just remember, 'healthy' is relative — it’s all about how it fits into your overall diet!

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
back-to-school
storm-prep

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