Step 1

In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together milk, egg, oil, and vanilla. Pour wet ingredients into the dry and use a spoon to stir until just combined.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and grease by running a stick of butter over the hot surface or spraying with cooking spray. Use a 1/4 cup measuring cup to drop batter onto the cooking surface.

Step 4

Cook until bubbles form on the top of the pancakes and the bottoms are golden. Flip and continue to cook until cooked through.

Step 5

Top with butter and syrup, and enjoy.