First, set your kitchen up for success. You don’t want to be running around looking for flour when you could be enjoying your pancakes. Gather all your ingredients and measuring cups.
Grab a mixing bowl and whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and ground cinnamon. It’s essential to combine these well to ensure even rising.
In another bowl, mix the milk, canola oil, egg, and vanilla extract. Whisk this blend until it’s well-combined.
Slowly add your wet mixture to the dry ingredients. Stir gently. Overmixing can lead to dense pancakes, and nobody wants that. Just mix until everything is moistened—some lumps are okay.
Grab a skillet or griddle. Preheat it over medium heat. You may want to add a small amount of oil or butter to prevent sticking.
Pour about 1/4 cup of batter onto the heated surface. Cook until bubbles form on the surface—about 2-3 minutes. Flip once the bottoms are golden brown. Cook the other side for about 2 minutes.
Remove the pancakes from the skillet and place them on a plate. Keep them warm in the oven if necessary while you cook the rest. Stack them high and serve with your favorite toppings!