Bacon Pancakes

Ingredients (12)

• 12 center-cut bacon strips
• 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons butter
• Maple syrup, for serving