Combine self-rising flour and sugar in a large bowl; make a well in center of mixture.

Combine egg and next 4 ingredients in a small bowl, stirring well; add to dry ingredients, stirring just until moistened.

Pour 1/4 cup batter for each pancake onto a hot, lightly greased griddle. Cook pancakes until tops are covered with bubbles and edges appear cooked; turn and cook other side.

Serve pancakes with warm maple syrup and, if desired, bacon.