1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.

2. In another bowl, mix milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.

3. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until combined. Don’t overmix.

4. Heat a skillet over medium heat and coat with butter or cooking spray.

5. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.

6. Cook until bubbles appear, then flip and cook until golden brown on both sides.

7. For each serving, place two pancakes on a plate.

8. Top each pancake with two banana slices for eyes.

9. Add a chocolate chip on each banana slice for the pupils.

10. Place one raspberry in the center of each pancake for the nose.

11. Cook the bacon until crispy, then cut and shape it into antlers.

12. Place two bacon pieces behind each pancake to create antlers.

13. Serve warm with maple syrup or whipped cream, if desired.