Teddy Bear Pancakes

Instructions
Step 1 In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Step 2 In another bowl, mix milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Step 3 Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring gently until just mixed.
Step 4 Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
Step 5 Pour batter to form one large circle for the body and a smaller circle for the head.
Step 6 Add small dollops of batter for ears, arms, and legs, shaping into a teddy bear.
Step 7 Cook until bubbles form, then flip carefully and cook until golden brown.
Step 8 Transfer to a plate and decorate using banana slices and blueberries for the face.
Step 9 Add raspberries to create a heart shape or decorative accents.
Step 10 Serve warm with maple syrup.

Storage and Reheating Tips
Store leftover pancakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet or microwave until warm. Pancakes can also be frozen for up to 2 months and reheated directly from frozen.