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Gluten Free Bisquick? Finally!! Win Some for Yourself and a Review.

October 15, 2010 by jlpenner 58 Comments

I have mentioned here several time that we are gluten free. We are not Celiac but I tend to feel better on the Gluten free diet. I suffered from absolutely terrible digestion and nausea for over 7 years and was told over an over that nothing could be done for me- it was incredibly frustrating. Finally I was given the name of a naturopath in my area and within 6 months she had me starting to feel better by changing my diet and introducing a variety of supplements.

One (and there were many) of the dietary changes she made was to take out wheat and gluten. This is hard because it is in everything. But more and more people are going gluten free so products are easier to find and are getting cheaper (you can spend a small fortune at the store on GF products).

My girls are gluten free because it might help with behavioral issues. They are adopted from foster care and came with some pretty tough behavioral problems. The same naturopath advised me that sometimes going GF can help with such issues and since I was already eating GF I did not mind switching them over.

As a note- to be honest I have no idea of amount of effect of the diet on the girls- over the last year and 1/2 we have utilized so many good techniques that have brought their behavior down to a much more manageable level. But here is what I know I do like: I pretty much make all the girls food homemade or at least partially homemade (so I know what is going in their bodies), The GF diet cuts down on the junk food factor when they are with other kids, and I only have to prepare one meal that is all the same (because I would be eating GF, even if they were not). And on top of that my naturopath helped me regain my life- so when she recommends something like this I am apt to at least give it a go.

So when My Blog Spark asked my to try out (and give away) the new Gluten Free Bisquick I immediately jumped on the opportunity because I love that the GF diet is going more mainstream and bringing down my grocery budget.

I when I opened the box I received in the mail I was really excited and made pancakes that very night.

First, the good:
1. It works really well. These were great pancakes. They were fluffy and tasty- you could totally serve these to gluten eaters and I doubt they would know they were gluten free.
2. The ingredient list is really short- only 6  ingredients and you can read them all (except maybe Xanthan gum, but if you are GF you are familiar with it)

Then the not so good:
1.That box it teeny, tiny!!! I was  disappointed when I took out the box of GF Bisquick.  I have seen Bisquick boxes and those suckers are big. This box only had 2 cups (16oz) of flour- so it’s only going to make 1-3 meals depending on your family size.  It says that there are 11 servings- and maybe that would be the case for pancakes, but my family is only two adults and a 4 and 5 year old.  I made around 10-12 pancakes with 1/2 of the box.
2.While the ingredient list is short it is also lacking in anything that provides any real high levels of nutrition. This is a problem overall in GF products- not just this one.  The ingredients are Rice flour, Sugar, Leavening, Modified Potato starch, salt and Xanthan gum.  Each serving does have 2 grams of protein.
3. I thought the pancake recipe produced too thick of a batter so I added a tiny bit more water to thin it slightly- maybe a tablespoon or two (in 1/2 the box).

But overall I liked it and would buy it. My husband really enjoyed the pancakes and he is not gluten free.

Here is some info My BlogSpark and Bisquick provided me with:

Introducing Bisquick® Gluten Free baking mix: the first gluten free baking mix with real melt-in-your-mouth Bisquick taste! Now, with Bisquick Gluten Free baking mix, you can make pancakes, waffles, biscuits and more, and they have never tasted so good. Since its release in 1931, Bisquick has become a trusted staple in America’s kitchens for delicious and easy-to-prepare dishes. Now the convenience of Bisquick baking mixes will be available to the gluten-free community too, so everyone can enjoy the family favorite Bisquick recipes you love like fluffy pancakes, easy pies, mouth-watering casseroles and more!

Make sure to look for Bisquick Gluten Free baking mix in the baking aisle at your local grocery store.

To find great recipe tips and ideas, visit www.bisquick.com/glutenfree. There, you’ll find countless gluten-free recipes for family favorites such as Gluten Free Strawberry Shortcakes and Gluten Free Pizza Crust, using Bisquick Gluten Free baking mix. Check back often! We’re adding more recipes every day!

You can get a printable coupon for $1 off Bisquick Gluten Free baking mix right here!

I received a Gluten Free Bisquick prize pack to try it out and now you can win one (even if you are not GF you will probably enjoy this pack!!).  It includes:

A box of Bisquick Gluten Free baking mix, a pancake pan, pancake pen and a pancake flipper.

There are a couple ways to win:

1. Leave a Comment below letting us know your favorite pancake topping.
2. Get a second entry by subscribing to our email or feed (let us know in a comment that you did so or are already signed up.
3. Get a third entry but signing up for the email or feed at our sister site The Closeout Kid (let us know in a comment that you did so or are already signed up.)

This giveaway ends quickly on October 22 , 2010 and we will choose 1 winner from the comments and My BlogSpark will send you your lovely prize!!

Rules: One entry per household. USA only

Fine print- here at FF&D we want to play fair and have fun- so no cheatin’. If we think something is up your entry may be taken out the running. This decision is solely up to our judgment.

This giveaway is sponsored by Bisquick through MyBlog Spark. I was provided with 1 Busquick Gluten free prize pack and not compensated in any other way.

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Comments

  1. Lori says

    October 15, 2010 at 10:58 am

    My son is on the autism spectrum so we have swicthed him over to a GF diet. We would love to win this prize pack!
    Reply
  2. Jennifer B. says

    October 15, 2010 at 11:04 am

    We love the Bisquick brand and I would love to try the Gluten Free. We normally make basic Bisquick pancakes with syrup. Sometimes I add chocolate chips.
    Reply
  3. Christina Engler says

    October 15, 2010 at 11:11 am

    Our favorite pancake topping(s) is what we call banana split. Instead of syrup we use chocolate syrup (just a little) sliced bananas, strawberries and crushed pineapples topped with a little whipped cream.We are signed up for the Closeout Kid e-mail. Also we are already signed up for for F,F,& D e-mail.
    Reply
  4. pcvngal says

    October 15, 2010 at 11:12 am

    We love strawberries on our pancakes. We found out about the GF Bisquik because I subscribe to your feed
    Reply
  5. Stacy says

    October 15, 2010 at 11:28 am

    I love smashed strawberries with whipped cream on top. My husband is just trying a wheat-free diet so we'd love to try this.
    Reply
  6. Jenn says

    October 15, 2010 at 1:22 pm

    We love sliced bananas and chocolate chips on or in our pancakes...mmm!!
    Reply
  7. Jenny says

    October 15, 2010 at 2:57 pm

    I would love to win this pack I made the gluten free biscuits with the GF Bisquick and loved them.I have been gluten free for 8yrs and everytime I find new items to try I do,especially if I can get them cheap or free.I am recently unemployed and single so every little bit of help I can get I do.Ive signed up for ur email to..
    Reply
  8. Rachel says

    October 15, 2010 at 6:08 pm

    My favorite is pancakes with bananas and chocolate chips mixed in. Since i was diagnosed with celiac sprue, i have been trying to find gluten free foods.They are so expensive.
    Reply
  9. emily groshong says

    October 15, 2010 at 6:45 pm

    I love to warm up some peaches with brown sugar cinnamon and butter with a dab of whipped cream,they are so yummy and graet on a cool morning.
    Reply
  10. christine says

    October 16, 2010 at 3:54 am

    I love blueberries and butter!
    Reply
  11. heather fox says

    October 16, 2010 at 3:57 am

    real maple syrup
    Reply
  12. Jennifer says

    October 16, 2010 at 5:30 am

    I love fresh strawberries on my pancakes!
    Reply
  13. Jennifer says

    October 16, 2010 at 5:31 am

    E-mail subscriber
    Reply
  14. Susan D says

    October 16, 2010 at 5:39 am

    I just found out yesterday I have Celiac. I'd love a chance to win this and find out what it's like to be GF. We always use a homemade strawberry syrup. At least I won't have to give that up.
    Reply
    • frugal jen says

      October 16, 2010 at 9:00 am

      Oh man- it's pretty rough at the beginning!! But you can do it!! You will feel so much better. If you need any help shoot me an email (I can tell you all the best stuff and websites). jenetta penner at frugal freebies and deals dot com (remove spaces and add the .)
      Reply
  15. sandra says

    October 16, 2010 at 6:47 am

    i love walnuts on my pancakes
    Reply
  16. sandra says

    October 16, 2010 at 6:47 am

    subscriber
    Reply
  17. The Happy Wife/Danielle says

    October 16, 2010 at 7:11 am

    My favorite pancake topping varies depending on my mood. Right now, I would love some chocolate chips and strawberries with whipped cream.
    Reply
  18. Tonya says

    October 16, 2010 at 7:12 am

    We love real maple syrup on our pancakes. I'm a subscriber too.
    Reply
  19. The Happy Wife/Danielle says

    October 16, 2010 at 7:12 am

    I am a subscriber.
    Reply
  20. ricky says

    October 16, 2010 at 8:16 am

    love maple syrup on top!
    Reply
  21. ricky says

    October 16, 2010 at 8:17 am

    already signed up to email feed
    Reply
  22. Glenda Zahn-Burell says

    October 16, 2010 at 8:24 am

    The links will not work for me, they send me to "pages not found" error page, Ok, so then I tried to join MyBlogspot to see if that will help with the links, I was not approved because "They were lookin' for someone of a different caliber..."(to paraphrase) I think tis because I clicked that I had no other blogs. Is there a better or different way to get the $1. off coupon? Lookin' forward to tryin' the gluten free!!
    Reply
    • frugal jen says

      October 16, 2010 at 8:57 am

      all fixed now!!
      Reply
  23. Teri says

    October 16, 2010 at 8:33 am

    My favorite pancake topping is fresh blueberries, strawberries and bananas, with a small amount of "real" maple syrup.
    Reply
  24. Teri says

    October 16, 2010 at 8:35 am

    I have signed up for your e-mail, and also at The Closeout Kid.
    Reply
  25. kahy word says

    October 16, 2010 at 9:09 am

    would love to try gf products, to see if the gi distress would stop. Our favorit toping for pancakes just good ol ' maple syrup! thanks
    Reply
  26. Carol says

    October 16, 2010 at 9:13 am

    Just plain butter and maple syrup. My son does have celiac disease and this would be great for him. As he gets older he understands he can't eat certain foods and why but sometimes he gives in and suffers later becasue of it.
    Reply
  27. Denise Taylor says

    October 16, 2010 at 9:14 am

    I love strawberries on pancakes
    Reply
  28. Denise Taylor says

    October 16, 2010 at 9:15 am

    I subscribe via email
    Reply
  29. Denise Taylor says

    October 16, 2010 at 9:15 am

    I subscribe to the Closeout Kid via email
    Reply
  30. Taber says

    October 16, 2010 at 10:30 am

    I love Banana and Rasberry toppings! Yum!
    Reply
  31. Antonietta says

    October 16, 2010 at 11:00 am

    We love both blueberry and chocolate chip pancakes. Already subscribe to email. Would love to win. Thanks.
    Reply
  32. Kiki H. says

    October 16, 2010 at 11:29 am

    My sister-in-law was just diagnosed with celiac. I would love to win this so that I could make her some goodies.
    Reply
  33. Kiki H. says

    October 16, 2010 at 11:32 am

    my favorite topping is homemade blueberry syrup
    Reply
  34. Kiki H. says

    October 16, 2010 at 11:32 am

    I subscribe by email
    Reply
  35. victoria rogers says

    October 16, 2010 at 12:18 pm

    I like either strawberries or blueberries
    Reply
  36. victoria rogers says

    October 16, 2010 at 12:19 pm

    I subscribe via email.
    Reply
  37. cheryl says

    October 16, 2010 at 3:14 pm

    real maple syrup or a raspberry sauce
    Reply
  38. cheryl says

    October 16, 2010 at 3:14 pm

    subscribed via email
    Reply
  39. Karen says

    October 16, 2010 at 3:54 pm

    My fave pancake topping is peanut butter. Sometimes regular and sometimes extra crunchy style. Still have to have syrup on it too unfortunately but it keeps you full longer too with the pb.
    Reply
  40. Cindy Champion says

    October 16, 2010 at 4:14 pm

    I love topping my pancakes with frozen berries and the berry juice.....yummmmm
    Reply
  41. Stephanie says

    October 16, 2010 at 8:13 pm

    We're traditionalists, just love butter and syrup!
    Reply
  42. Rose says

    October 16, 2010 at 8:37 pm

    I feel much better when I eat Gluten free. My favorite pancakes are with fresh picked blueberries !!!
    Reply
  43. Gilad says

    October 17, 2010 at 6:22 am

    E-mail subscriber
    Reply
  44. Carla May says

    October 17, 2010 at 11:54 am

    I would love a pk to try Carla May 2000 Paiute Ln #46 Susanville, Ca 06130
    Reply
  45. BT says

    October 17, 2010 at 6:22 pm

    Favorite topping is pure maple syrup. Thanks for the giveaway
    Reply
  46. Amy V says

    October 18, 2010 at 1:40 pm

    My favorite pancake topping is applesauce!
    Reply
  47. Jay says

    October 19, 2010 at 8:50 am

    I love the fake corn syrup maple syrup. Also whipped cream with strawberries!!
    Reply
  48. Latoshia says

    October 19, 2010 at 7:56 pm

    My favorite topping is Ah!laska Chocolate Syrup.
    Reply
  49. Colleen says

    October 19, 2010 at 8:52 pm

    My favorite topping is maple syrup!!
    Reply
  50. Kelly says

    October 20, 2010 at 9:36 am

    My favorite pancake topping is fresh blackberries. Yum! reporterkc at hotmail [dot] com
    Reply
  51. Jodi says

    October 20, 2010 at 11:26 am

    My favorite pancake topping ... fresh sliced peaches and maple syrup!! Yum !!! :) We have just started Gluten Free cooking -- this would be so fun to try -- please enter me too!! :)
    Reply
  52. Jodie says

    October 20, 2010 at 12:54 pm

    My 4 yr old daughter & myself have several food sensitivities/allergies (gluten, dairy, soy, corn, egg, almonds, peanuts, shellfish, seafood, garlic, oregano, strawberries are what we have figured out so far). It makes cooking/eating a nightmare and very costly to say the least, on top of trying to feed a 4 yr old something that she will actually eat. She will eat pancakes and this is the only mix we have found that she can tolerate. Would love to enter for the giveaway package. We top our pancakes with homemade cashew butter (so we can get some protein/nutrition) & real maple syrup. Love this blog! :-}
    Reply
  53. Mary J. says

    October 20, 2010 at 7:41 pm

    I like warm maple syrup. mary@cire.com
    Reply
  54. Mary Jacobowitz says

    October 20, 2010 at 7:44 pm

    Email subscriber. mary@cire.com
    Reply
  55. Paula says

    October 23, 2010 at 5:56 pm

    Hi! My favorite pancake topping is cooked peaches! Thanks!
    Reply

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