If you want to make these pancakes ahead you can. Here is how: 1. Prepare the dry mix (include cutting in the butter.) 2. Transfer that to a resealable container or bag. You can freeze that mix for up to a month, or refrigerate for up to a week. 3. The buttermilk and egg can be whisked together one day ahead. Just transfer that to a resealable container, or cover it with plastic and refrigerate it. 4. When you are ready to make the pancakes, stir the two mixtures together as directed in steps two and three.