Our staff sample a variety of pancake mixes, scone mixes, and muffin mixes before we decided the mixes offered by "Cook in the Kitchen" of Post Mills, Vermont were by far the best! Just add water. No preservatives or artificial flavors make these mixes simple, healthy, and delicious. Each mix also comes with the recipe directions printed right on the back. What could make a better gift than one of these mixes with a quart of pure Vermont maple syrup.