2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (plus a little for cooking)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions:
Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract (if using) until smooth.
Mix mixtures: Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently stir until well combined. The batter may be a little lumpy; do not overmix.
Preheat the griddle: Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add a small amount of butter to the surface and let it melt, coating the pan.
Cook the pancakes: Pour about 1/4 cup of batter into the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set, about 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook the other side until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes more.
Serve: Serve warm with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or your favorite toppings.
Enjoy your delicious homemade buttermilk pancakes!