Perfect homemade pancake recipe

In a medium bowl, whisk flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. In a large bowl, whisk milk, egg, and vanilla. While whisking, stream in melted butter and whisk to combine.

Gently fold dry ingredients into milk mixture until just combined.

Preheat a griddle over medium heat until hot but not scorching, 2 to 3 minutes.

Melt enough butter to cover surface of griddle, then pour about 1/4 cup batter onto griddle.

Cook pancake until bubbles form on top and sides start to lift from pan, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip and cook until bottom is golden brown and pancake is fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes.

Wipe off griddle, then repeat with more butter and remaining batter (you should get about 10 pancakes).

Divide pancakes among plates. Serve with butter and syrup.