Fluffy Southern Buttermilk Pancakes

Fluffy Southern Buttermilk PancakesIngredients* 2 cups all-purpose flour* 2 tablespoons sugar* 2 teaspoons baking powder* 1 teaspoon baking soda* 1/2 teaspoon salt* 2 cups buttermilk* 2 large eggs* 1/4 cup melted butter (plus extra for cooking)* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)⸻Instructions1. Mix dry ingredients In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.2. Mix wet ingredients In another bowl, whisk the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.3. Combine Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix—a few lumps are fine.4. Heat the pan Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter.5. Cook pancakes Pour about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto the pan. Cook until bubbles form on the surface (about 2–3 minutes), then flip and cook another 1–2 minutes until golden brown.6. Serve Stack them up and serve warm with butter, maple syrup, and your favorite toppings (like strawberries or blueberries).