Classic Fluffy Pancakes

Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1 tablespoon sugar

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 1/4 cups milk

1 egg

3 tablespoons melted butter

1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Extra butter or oil for cooking

Maple syrup for serving

Instructions:
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.

In another bowl, mix the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla.

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.

Heat a lightly greased pan over medium heat.

Pour about 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake onto the pan.

Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown on the other side.

Serve warm with butter and maple syrup.