In a small bowl, whisk together egg, vanilla extract, molasses, and buttermilk.
Make a well in the dry ingredients then pour the liquid mixture into the middle and gently start to whisk together until all is combined and no lumps remain.
Heat a griddle or a skillet to medium heat and spray with cooking spray or add whatever fat you use to cook.
Using a 1/3 cup measuring cup, pour batter onto heated griddle or skillet. Let cook until bubbles start to form at the top then flip.