How to Make Pancakes

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• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk
• 1 large egg
• 2 tablespoons melted butter or vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

• Prepare the Batter:
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  • In another bowl, beat the egg and then mix in the milk, melted butter (or oil), and vanilla extract.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. The batter should be slightly lumpy; overmixing can make the pancakes tough.

• Heat the Pan:
  • Heat a griddle or large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease the surface with butter or oil.

• Cook the Pancakes:
  • For each pancake, pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot griddle.
  • Cook until bubbles form on the surface of the pancake and the edges start to look set, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Flip the pancake and cook until the other side is golden brown, about 1-2 minutes more.
  • Repeat with the remaining batter, greasing the griddle as needed.

• Serve:
  • Serve the pancakes warm with your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, fresh fruit, whipped cream, or butter.

• Consistency: If the batter is too thick, add a little more milk until it reaches the desired consistency.
• Temperature: Ensure the griddle is not too hot to prevent burning the pancakes. Medium heat is usually ideal.
• Even Cooking: To ensure even cooking, do not overcrowd the griddle; leave enough space between the pancakes.

Enjoy your homemade perfect pancakes!