Step 1

In a bowl, briefly whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.

Step 2

In a separate, larger bowl, beat the egg. Add the butter and 1/2 cup of beer and stir together. Add the dry mixture all at once and stir until well blended. Add additional beer as needed to get the consistency you prefer for pancakes, about an additional 1/4 cup.

Step 3

Heat a skillet or griddle on medium heat. Grease with butter OR canola oil non-stick spray. Pour 1/4 cup of batter on the skillet. Sprinkle some of the bacon on top. Cook until the underside is golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip and cook the other side until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes.

Step 4

Serve with warmed maple syrup. Makes 8 pancakes.