Hotcakes and Sausage Combo

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
2. Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
3. Step 3: In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract.
4. Step 4: Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. The batter should still be slightly lumpy.
5. Step 5: Using a 1/4 cup measuring cup, scoop the batter onto the preheated skillet or griddle.
6. Step 6: Cook the hotcakes for 2-3 minutes, until bubbles appear on the surface and the edges start to dry. Flip and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
7. Step 7: While the hotcakes are cooking, cook the sausage in a separate skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
8. Step 8: Serve the hotcakes with the cooked sausage and your choice of toppings, such as maple syrup, butter, and fresh fruit.