Ingredients

• 1½ cups all-purpose flour
• 3½ tsp baking powder
• 1 tbsp sugar
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1¼ cups milk
• 1 egg
• 3 tbsp melted butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
• Butter or oil for cooking
• Maple syrup and fruit for serving

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, mix milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently.
4. Do not overmix; a few lumps are perfectly fine.
5. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and lightly grease it.
6. Pour about ¼ cup of batter onto the pan for each pancake.
7. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip.
8. Cook for another 1–2 minutes until golden brown.
9. Serve warm with syrup, fruit, or your favorite toppings.