mdwish
Baking POWDER not Baking Soda.  That was the biggest takeaway for me as someone who does not spend much time in the kitchen.  Baking powder took these pancakes from inedible to delicious.  The other thing I found, I'm not sure what caused it, is that the batter began to thicken and rise while i was waiting for the others in the pan to cook.  Too much baking powder?  Next time I would also add less salt.