perfect pikelets

These brought back such beautiful memories from growing up. My nanna would always have made a heap of pikelets whenever I went to stay, and she'd serve them with fresh, creamy butter. They're one of my favourite breakfasty treats, and my nephew loves them too, so what better breakfast to make when he came to stay over?

You will need:

1 cup plain flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 egg
3 tblspoons caster sugar
1/2 cup skimmed milk
1 tblspoon butter, melted.

Butter to serve.

What to do:

Sift the baking powder, sugar and flour into a large mixing bowl. Make a well in the centre and crack the egg in. Add the milk and melted butter and use a fork to slowly incorporate the mixture until smooth.

Heat a large non-stick frying pan over moderate heat. Put a little bit of butter in the pan, then use a paper towel to wipe away any excess.

Drop the batter in with a tablespoon. After a few minutes, once small bubbles have started to form, flip them over and fry the other side. Best eaten fresh, otherwise, reheat gently in a microwave before serving.