I’m really loving learning how you can use boxed cake mix to make other kinds of desserts, just as I did with the recipe for ...

3. Dip and fry. Dunk the veggies in the batter and coat them thoroughly. The batter is runny so you’ll want to flip each morsel again just before moving it into the hot oil.

Once the batter rests, those lumps should soften and your pancakes will come out light and fluffy. Finally, try using a standard cookie scoop (available on Amazon for $7.99) to portion your batter.

Add two inches of frying oil to a small pot, and heat it to 375°F. Add one cup of complete pancake mix to a medium mixing bowl. I used Shoprite’s store brand pancake mix.

We taste tested five store bought pancake mixes: Aunt Jemima (original and buttermilk), Bisquick, Hungry Jack, and Krusteaz to find our favorite. Here's which one is worth your money.