Classic Pancakes

Prepare the Dry Ingredients In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.

Prepare the Wet Ingredients In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.

Combine the Ingredients Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Do not overmix, as it may result in tough pancakes.

Preheat the Griddle Heat a non-stick griddle or a large skillet over medium heat. Grease lightly with butter or cooking spray.

Cook the Pancakes Using a 1/4 cup measuring cup, pour the pancake batter onto the griddle, leaving space between each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface of the pancake and the edges begin to look set, about 2 minutes.

Flip and Cook Flip the pancake and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until the other side is golden brown.

Keep Warm Transfer the cooked pancakes to a plate and keep warm in a preheated oven at 200°F (93°C) while cooking the remaining batter.

Serve and Enjoy Serve the pancakes warm with your favorite toppings, such as maple syrup, fresh fruit, or whipped cream.