Step 1

In a small bowl mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and salt.

Step 2

In a jug mix together the buttermilk, egg, vanilla extract (if using), and melted butter.

Step 3

Add the wet ingredients into the dry and mix briefly with a fork until just combined. Take care not to overmix so you end up with fluffy, soft pancakes.

Step 4

Heat a pan over medium/low heat for a few minutes

Step 5

Scoop ½ the batter into the pan and allow to cook for roughly 3-4 minutes.

Step 6

Once bubbles have formed on the top and it has browned underneath, flip it over to cook another 2-3 minutes on the other side. Repeat with the rest of the batter to give you 2 pancakes.

Step 7

Enjoy hot straight from the pan with maple syrup, butter, and whatever else you like on your pancakes.