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Pearl Milling Company, Buttermilk Complete Pancake Mix
Cereal & Breakfast
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Pearl Milling Company, Buttermilk Complete Pancake Mix

Pearl Milling Company
32 oz
Available at Foodtown
150
Calories
4g
Protein
5g
Sugars
430mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
47
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Pearl Milling Company Buttermilk Complete Pancake Mix (32 oz) is the familiar, mid‑market boxed mix you’ll find on the breakfast or baking aisle, shelved near other pancake & waffle mixes, maple syrup, and pancake toppers. It reads like a shortcut to a classic American breakfast: the “buttermilk” callout and the word “Complete” suggest an easy, one‑step batter for weekend stacks. Shoppers reach for it on lazy Saturday mornings, rushed school‑day breakfasts, or when they’re stocking up for storm prep and want shelf‑stable, simple meals. The brand carries a long‑standing cultural association with traditional home breakfasts — positioned toward family households and budget‑minded shoppers who value nostalgia and convenience rather than specialty or organic credentials. The label leans on comforting, heritage cues rather than trendy health claims; “Complete” and “Buttermilk” create a wholesome halo, but there are no organic or non‑GMO certifications prominently stated. In plain terms, this is a highly processed packaged mix: refined wheat flour, added sugars, powdered dairy, emulsifiers and preservatives are blended to deliver consistent batter. Sensory expectations are straightforward — when prepared it yields light, fluffy, golden pancakes with a slightly sweet, tangy buttermilk note; texture depends on mixing and griddle heat. The product comes in a cardboard box with an inner bag, intended for quick measuring or pouring; the ritual is predictable and familial — preheating the griddle, mixing batter in a bowl, the warm aroma of cooking pancakes, and the communal appeal of stacking and topping. It’s a convenience staple in American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.333 cup
Servings per Container: 20
Calories150
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1g1%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium430mg19%
Total Carbohydrate32g12%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars5g
Added Sugars4g8%
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

Enriched, Bleached, Flour, (Bleached, Wheat, Flour,, Niacinamide,, Reduced, Iron,, Thiamine, Mononitrate,, Riboflavin,, Folic, Acid),, Sugar,, Leavening, (Baking, Soda,, Sodium, Aluminum, Phosphate,, Monocalcium, Phosphate),, Dextrose,, Buttermilk, Powder,, Palm, Oil,, Salt,, Wheat, Gluten,, Corn, Syrup, Solids,, Sodium, Caseinate,, Mono, and, Diglycerides,, Dipotassium, Phosphate,, Tocopherols, (to, Preserve, Freshness),, Lactic, Acid..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Palm Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Mono and Diglycerides - Processed emulsifier
  • Tocopherols (to Preserve Freshness) - Synthetic preservative
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo Preservative

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains refined ingredients (enriched bleached flour, sugars) and multiple industrial additives (mono and diglycerides, corn syrup solids, sodium caseinate, leavening blends, preservatives), consistent with an ultra-processed food classification.

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Common Questions about Pearl Milling Company, Buttermilk Complete Pancake Mix

That depends on your definition of healthy! If you're looking for a quick breakfast option that satisfies your pancake cravings, then yes, it can fit into a balanced diet. Just keep in mind that it's a bit higher in sodium and contains added sugars, so it’s best enjoyed in moderation, especially if you’re watching those things.

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
back-to-school
storm-prep

Vibe:

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