Reddit mentions of Betty Crocker Bisquick Shake 'N Pour Buttermilk Pancake Mix, 10.6 oz

Pancakes are cheap food that every student should know how to make in his/her own room. Here's some advice about how to do this. Buy pancake mix that specifically says "Complete" on the box. That means you only need to add water. I suggest that you buy a large 5lbs box like this, because it's the most economical. A large OXO food storage container is useful to keep the mix sealed and away from pests. Also buy one of these Bisquick Shake-n-pour bottles so that you can reuse the bottle if you've got a fridge to store any extra batter. A little spritz of cooking spray is all you need for pancakes or waffles, but you may need to add some cooking oil to the batter for waffles in order for them to brown, crisp, and release from the iron. Non-stick electric skillets are easy to find. Amazon will probably have same-day prime delivery to your room. Students can sign up for Amazon prime for free. The trick for pancakes is to use very little oil and medium-low temp. Wait for the bubbles to rise on the surface of the pancakes twice, using a spatula to check the edge for burning. It's better to start with low heat and only gradually increase it to speed up cooking as you learn the proper setting to keep it on for multiple pancakes. The items I linked are just examples. Feel free to use whatever similar items that you find instead.