Just in time for the start of summer, Trader Joe’s has Strawberries & Crème Pancake & Waffle Mix! We could have stopped right there, but we would have missed an opportunity to sing the praises of these fabulous, fruit- forward flapjacks. The Mix is replete with sweetened dried strawberry pieces, exuding the bright, bold flavor of this iconic berry; the addition of white chocolatey chips lends a pleasantly sweet and creamy counterpoint. When combined with milk, eggs, and oil, the Mix takes on a beautifully blushy hue (courtesy of vegetable juices!), and the included buttermilk powder ensures the expected amount of height and fluffiness in every swoon-worthy batch of Pancakes or Waffles.

Lazy mornings are exponentially improved with a stack of Strawberries & Crème Pancakes (or an impressive pile of minis) topped with butter and maple syrup. And don’t discount the ease and appeal of a sweet-savory, breakfast-for-dinner situation—fried chicken & Strawberries & Crème Waffle sandwiches, anyone? We’ve seen similar, “gourmet” pancake mixes on the market with a gourmet price tag to match (and without strawberry pieces!), and nothing stacks up to our incredible price. You’ll find Strawberries & Crème Pancake & Waffle Mix on the grocery shelves at your neighborhood Trader Joe’s, while our supplies last.