Salted Caramel Pancakes

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour (1 1/2 cups)
• Baking powder (2 teaspoons)
• Salt (1/2 teaspoon)
• Granulated sugar (2 tablespoons)
• Milk (1 cup)
• Egg (1, beaten)
• Unsalted butter (3 tablespoons, melted)
• Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon)
• Sea salt flakes (for garnish)
• Salted caramel sauce (1 cup)

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar until well combined.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, beaten egg, melted unsalted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps in the batter are perfectly fine.
4. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease with a little butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
5. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, about 2-3 minutes.
6. Carefully flip the pancake and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown.
7. Repeat with the remaining batter, adjusting the heat as necessary to avoid burning.
8. Serve the pancakes hot, generously drizzled with salted caramel sauce and sprinkled with sea salt flakes for that perfect salty-sweet combination.
9. For an extra decadent touch, consider adding sliced bananas or berries on top before serving.