Ingredients:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (125g)
  • 2 tablespoons sugar (25g)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (12g)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt (1.5g)
  • 1 cup milk (240ml; any variety, dairy or non-dairy)
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (28g)
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • Additional butter or cooking spray for frying

Instructions:

  1. Gather and measure all ingredients.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together wet ingredients: milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract (if using).
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. (Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.)
  5. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or cooking spray.
  6. Use a ladle to pour batter onto the skillet, forming pancakes (about ¼ cup each).
  7. Cook until bubbles form on the surface (about 2-3 minutes), then flip and cook for an additional 2 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Repeat with remaining batter, adjusting heat as necessary to avoid burning.
  9. Serve immediately or keep warm in a preheated oven until ready to serve.