Using cold ingredients instead of room temperature.

Overmixing the batter, leading to dense pancakes.

Skipping the resting time for the batter.

Using the wrong pan or not preheating it.

Not measuring the flour properly, causing imbalance.

Cooking pancakes on too high or too low heat.

Not flipping at the right moment when bubbles appear.

Using the wrong kind of fat for cooking.

Not experimenting with add-ins like fruit or chocolate.