Fluffy Mini Pancakes

INGREDIENTS:

1 cup all-purpose flour

2 tablespoons sugar

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

3/4 cup buttermilk

1 large egg

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Butter or cooking spray for greasing the griddle

DIRECTIONS:

Step 1: Prepare the Batter

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.

Step 2: Heat the Griddle

Preheat a griddle or non-stick pan over medium heat. Lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray.

Step 3: Cook the Mini Pancakes

Using a tablespoon or a small cookie scoop, drop small amounts of batter onto the hot griddle. Keep the pancakes mini-sized for the perfect bite.

Cook until bubbles form on the surface of the pancakes and the edges start to look set, approximately 1-2 minutes.

Flip the mini pancakes and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes on the other side, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Repeat until all the batter is used, placing the cooked mini pancakes on a plate and covering them with a clean kitchen towel to keep them warm.

Step 4: Serve and Enjoy

Arrange the fluffy mini pancakes on a serving plate.

Serve with your favorite toppings such as maple syrup, fresh berries, whipped cream, or a dusting of powdered sugar.