In a large mixing bowl whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar and salt.2 cups all purpose flour, 4 tsp baking powder, 1 tbsp granulated sugar, 1/4 tsp salt
In a separate bowl mix together the milk, vanilla and cooled melted butter. It's ok if the butter separates a little, just mix the batter as well as you can.2 cups milk, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 6 tbsp melted butter
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix together gently. As with all pancake batters, it should be slightly lumpy (most of the lumps will be butter and that's ok).
Let the pancake batter rest for a few minutes to give it time to puff up.
Preheat a stovetop griddle to low-medium heat.
Scoop about 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake onto the hot pan.
Cook for about 2-3 minutes each side, or until you see the small bubbles popping. The tops of the pancakes should be golden brown.
Serve with butter and maple syrup, fruit jam or your favourite toppings.