Easy Pancakes

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 egg

Directions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, oil, and egg.
3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
4. Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
5. Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the hot skillet for each pancake. Cook until the edges are lightly browned and bubbles form on the surface, about 2 minutes.
6. Flip the pancakes and cook until the other side is lightly browned, about 1 minute.
7. Serve with your favorite toppings.

Interesting Facts

• Pancakes are a popular breakfast food in many cultures around the world.
• The first pancakes were made thousands of years ago.
• Pancakes can be served sweet or savory.