 Pyjama Day blueberry hotcakes Sunday at our place was a relaxed tracksuit, newspapers and blueberry hotcakes kinda day. We'd both been a little unwell through the week and, although some (kind) invitations had come our way, we declined politely and relished in having a day indoors all to ourselves. I believe there's not enough down time these days and it's little wonder that so many people are tired much of the time, myself included. It's all crazy busy and go, go, go. Of course, it's fun to get out, socialise, see friends, meet new people and do things; but it's also ever so fine and dandy to simply kick back and have a pyjama day. It's about giving yourself permission to say 'no', even if it's only every now and then. I challenge you. One weekend soon, shut the front door, switch off your mobile and indulge. Don't feel guilty, just do it. You never know, you might even like it! BLUEBERRY HOTCAKES (PIKELETS) 125g punnet blueberries, washed 4 heaped tablespoons plain flour (about 80g) 2 tablespoons vanilla infused caster sugar 100mls (1/2 cup) soured* milk or buttermilk 1 free range egg, separated# 1 tablespoon ghee/clarified butter + Combine the flour and caster sugar in a bowl and mix with a whisk to free any lumps. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg white until soft peaks form. Add the egg yolk and the milk or buttermilk and whisk well. Gently fold in the beaten egg white using a spatula. Stir in the blueberries, mixing carefully. Heat a griddle plate or frypan and melt the ghee. Ladle hotcake batter onto the hotplate with a large serving spoon. Allow to cook to golden brown on one side and then, very gently, turn the hotcakes over. Dust with icing sugar and serve. This quantity made six. * If you don't have buttermilk in the fridge, add a few drops of lemon juice to the milk and let it sit a while. + Use butter or margarine if you don't have ghee. # Allow the egg to come to room temperature. The white will be fluffier when whisked. Note: the blueberry season is coming to an end in Australia, so buy up from your local farmer's market or nearby blueberry farm and freeze the fruit for winter baking. The process in pictures...Please, enjoy...  My blueberry hotcakes taste every bit as good as they look!  Do you give yourself permission to enjoy a Pyjama Day every now and then? And have you learned to say 'no'?
4/2/2013 01:46:51 am
My 3 year old often eats dinner poorly and then asks for a pancake just before he goes to bed. (Wait, I think I've just figured out why he doesn't eat dinner properly lol). So I cook him a pancake maybe every other day. I've never thought of putting berries in it though - next time, definitely!
Lizzy
4/2/2013 05:36:32 pm
Ha, I think you've told me this story before. Adding fruit is a good idea, Christina. ; )
Lizzy
4/2/2013 05:36:49 pm
Thanks Laura, so simple yet so delicious!
Lizzy
4/2/2013 05:37:04 pm
Hi Misky... one for you to try perhaps? 4/2/2013 07:33:09 am
GORGEOUS photos! Nothing better - especially when made by someone for you!
Lizzy
4/2/2013 05:37:18 pm
Come visit, I'll make some for you xo 4/2/2013 07:40:51 am
If these taste as good as they look, they must taste simply sunning Lizzy!
Lizzy
4/2/2013 05:38:01 pm
Bec, thank you. Must admit, they are a favourite! We are still a little poorly. Dosing up on various things, like garlic and Vitamin C. Thanks for visiting. xo 4/2/2013 08:59:21 am
Perfect pyjama day food. Happy food too. Love these. MIght add a speck of cardamom just too be fancy ;D
Lizzy
4/2/2013 05:38:16 pm
Oh yummy, Kellie, such a nice idea! 4/2/2013 01:11:05 pm
Gorgeous pancakes Lizzy! These look like the perfect pick me up. Sorry to hear you've been unwell. Hope you are feeling better.
Lizzy
4/2/2013 05:38:47 pm
Thanks Jennifer... we will get there... just hate feeling poorly, you know! Silly bug of some sort. Thank you for visiting xo 4/2/2013 01:16:24 pm
These look delicious Lizzy. We are big pikelet fans in our house, often enjoying them for morning tea in the cooler months. The blueberries look like a really tasty & healthy addition. I love your blue props too, especially the pretty plate with the ingredients laid out on it. Is it from Mud? It is a lovely shape :)
Lizzy
4/2/2013 05:40:23 pm
Thank you Jane. The plate is a pavlova plate that was given to me as a gift by some very very special friends. I love it, not only for the pretty colour, but it has sentimental value. Siesta after lunch sounds divine! 4/2/2013 01:57:40 pm
These look divine Lizzy! My little boys (and Mr Fresh) love pancakes. They have become a Sunday morning tradition at our home. I have been using berries while they are in season. They make such a lovely addition :)
Lizzy
4/2/2013 05:41:10 pm
Isn't it great Krystie that your little fellas love pancakes. I hope they are learning to make them with you. The time will pass so quickly and one day they will be cooking them for you when you visit them at their place ; )
sid
4/2/2013 08:03:22 pm
Looks nice.....hey they look like clyde river berries!
Lizzy
7/2/2013 06:12:25 am
Indeed they are! 5/2/2013 07:21:17 am
It really is such a wonderful time of year for blueberries! And these pancakes look delicious! That's for sharing!
Lizzy
7/2/2013 06:12:50 am
My pleasure Clare... I'm freezing plenty for the winter months.
I'm sorry you were unwell Lizzy, but happy that you had a quiet and restful weekend. The hotcakes look delish - did you use Pepe Saya buttermilk and ghee? :)
Lizzy
7/2/2013 06:13:56 am
Good for you, Celia! There comes a time...
Lizzy
7/2/2013 06:14:50 am
PS... and Pepe Saya ghee!!!
Lizzy
7/2/2013 06:14:29 am
Thank you Amanda, slowly slowly. I think I might make more of these this weekend! 6/2/2013 10:23:48 am
Oh you have brought back memories of me learning to make these as a child with my Mum!
Lizzy
7/2/2013 06:15:08 am
Oh, you lucky girl! ; D 6/2/2013 11:17:17 pm
That is so true Lizzy. In fact last weekend we happily stayed in and did nothing. It felt quite naughty but we both loved it! :D And we should have cooked up some of these! :D
Lizzy
7/2/2013 06:15:37 am
Such a delicious indulgence isn't it, Lorraine! Staying in, I mean. Oh yes, do make some of these ; D 7/2/2013 08:17:25 am
The "doing nothing" weekends are the best! Especially if a batch of home made blueberry pancakes are on offer! They look great Liz!
Lizzy
7/2/2013 01:17:17 pm
I am so with you, Peter... come over, we can make some together!
Lizzy
9/2/2013 09:51:57 am
Moya, truth to be told, so do I. In fact, Peter is often annoyed because I rarely sit down. But I am trying to teach myself to do more of it. Thank you for visiting. : ) 10/2/2013 09:29:12 am
What a lovely stack! Excellent post, Lizzy. You do the whole recipe thing amazingly well ... always laid out easy on the eye, photographs that entice the reader in, and interesting recipes that make me want to head straight to the kitchen. As always, i love your work!
Lizzy
10/2/2013 06:06:43 pm
Rachel, thank you VERY much. That feedback is greatly appreciated! Love your work too, and thank you again for the good feedback. Comments are closed.
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