Ingredients for Backpacking Biscuit Mix
- 4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup dehydrated shortening
- 1/2 cup powdered buttermilk (optional, as alternative to shortening)
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How to Make Backpacking Biscuit Mix
- Combine all dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, sugar, salt) in a large bowl. Mix thoroughly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the oil and water.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- **For Dumplings:** Drop spoonfuls of batter into boiling, lightly salted water. Cook for 10-12 minutes, or until they float to the surface.
- **For Pancakes:** Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium heat. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot surface for each pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
- **For Fruit Cobblers:** Pour batter into a greased oven-safe skillet or pot. Top with your favorite fruit and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly. (Note: this requires a portable oven or campfire setup)
- **Optional for Biscuits/Shortcakes (Requires additional ingredients):** Follow a standard biscuit or shortcake recipe, substituting this mix as the base.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
56 g
Sugar
1g
Fat
50g
Carbs
25g
