Creating strawberry pancakes is enjoyable and simple. Follow these clear steps to make your batch:

1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
2. Prepare Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, combine the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until well blended.
3. Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. The batter may be slightly lumpy; avoid overmixing.
4. Add Strawberries: Fold in the sliced strawberries gently, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the batter.
5. Preheat the Cooking Surface: Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Lightly grease it with butter or oil.
6. Cook the Pancakes: Pour about ¼ cup of batter for each pancake onto the skillet. Cook until small bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set (about 2-3 minutes).
7. Flip the Pancakes: Carefully flip each pancake and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until golden brown.
8. Repeat: Continue this process with the remaining batter, greasing the skillet as needed.

These steps will guide you in creating strawberry pancakes that are fluffy and delicious!