These are simple, cheap, and fast. If you can't stand whole wheat, just substitute regular flour or try half whole wheat, half regular. It's also a great recipe for add-ins. Flax, chia seeds, chocolate chips, etc.
Mix the dry ingredients in a medium bowl with a whisk.
Add the egg, milk, and butter. Stir until just mixed.
Now, let it sit untouched! At least a few minutes. I try for 5-7. Heat your pan or griddle and add a generous amount of butter or spray. Gently turn the batter over. It should be fluffy. Don't stir.
Scoop 1/3 cup or preferred size scoop of batter. When the pancake edges have curled slightly and there are air bubbles on the top, flip. Cook until done.
Remember the first pancake almost always is a test run! The following ones are always prettier. Enjoy!