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Pearl Milling Company Pancake & Waffle Mix, Original, Large Size 32 oz
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Pearl Milling Company Pancake & Waffle Mix, Original, Large Size 32 oz

Pearl Milling Company
32 oz
Available at Foodtown
120
Calories
3g
Protein
4g
Sugars
600mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
26
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Pearl Milling Company Pancake & Waffle Mix (32 oz) is a familiar sight in the breakfast and baking aisle, shelved alongside other pancake mixes, waffle mixes, syrup, and boxed breakfast staples. Packaged in a large cardboard box (often with an inner bag), it leans on a long heritage — the rebranded successor to Aunt Jemima — and markets itself as a reliable, family-oriented option that promises the “same great taste” since 1889. You’ll reach for it on grocery trips where speed and tradition meet: weekend brunch runs, back-to-school supply lists for quick breakfasts, or pantry-stocking for road trips and simple holiday mornings. The brand positioning is mainstream and nostalgic, aimed at multigenerational households that value ease, consistency, and a comforting, familiar flavor; marketing emphasizes legacy, community initiatives, and everyday family moments. Label claims are modest — “No added colors or flavors” appears on the front — but there’s no organic certification or natural-seal; the ingredient list features enriched bleached flour, sugar, and chemical leavening agents, which signal a processed pantry product rather than a minimally processed one. Sensory-wise, the mix yields light, fluffy pancakes with a mild sweet bready aroma, a tender, spongy crumb, and a golden-brown griddle crust; preparation rituals typically involve mixing with water or milk (and sometimes egg and oil), pouring batter onto a hot griddle, flipping, and topping with butter and syrup. Overall it sits squarely in American grocery culture as a practical, comforting breakfast shortcut that trades artisanal purity for convenience and consistent results.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.25 cup
Servings per Container: 25
Calories120
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium600mg26%
Total Carbohydrate26g9%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars4g
Added Sugars3g6%
Protein3g
* 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),, Salt,, Calcium, Carbonate..

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?

The product is an industrially formulated mix made from refined (enriched) bleached flour, added sugar, and chemical leavening agents and additives, placing it in NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed).

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Common Questions about Pearl Milling Company Pancake & Waffle Mix, Original, Large Size 32 oz

The healthiness of this pancake mix really depends on your dietary goals and lifestyle. It's not loaded with preservatives or artificial ingredients, which is a plus, but it does contain added sugars. If you're looking for a quick breakfast option that’s comforting and delicious, it fits the bill, but pairing it with fresh fruit or protein can boost its nutritional profile!

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
back-to-school
road-trip

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