This depends on the types of ingredients you’re buying, where you buy them, and if you buy in bulk or catch a sale. Pancake mix can be marginally less expensive if you’re buying a traditional mix, but if you’re looking for high-quality ingredients, the cost can be similar. If you’re a big fan of pancakes, consider buying the high-quality ingredients separately in bulk, and making the gluten-free flour blend that you can keep handy when you’re ready to make pancakes.