warm a griddle or pan on medium heat
in a mixing bowl, add 1 cup milk of choice + 1/2 stick melted butter (1/4 cup) + 1 tsp vanilla + 1 egg
add in 1 1/4 cup all purpose flour + 1 tsp baking powder + 1 tbsp granulated sugar
stir all together just until combined
add butter or oil of choice to griddle/pan
scoop batter, flip when small bubbles start to form over pancake and continue to cook until golden
serve with maple syrup and your other favorite brunch sides!