There’s nothing better than settling into the weekend with a deliciously comforting breakfast. Specifically, a breakfast that involves pancakes! From a stack of thick and fluffy buttermilk pancakes to light and delicate ricotta pancakes to a luxurious Dutch baby pancake — they all fit the bill. Just don’t forget the syrup. The key to great griddle pancakes, however, is technique. Here are some tips for getting it down just right and avoiding some common mistakes.