Polish Pancakes with Yeast (Racuchy)

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1. 1Step 1: Preheat the oven to its lowest temperature (after 10 minutes switch it off).
2. 2Step 2: In a large bowl dissolve the yeast and sugar in the warm milk by whisking the mixture for about 30 seconds. Pour in the beaten egg along with the flour, add a pinch of salt and stir for 2-3 minutes. Cover the bowl with a cloth and place in the centre of the oven for 50-60 minutes (after you've switched it off) until doubled in size.
3. 3Step 3: In a large pan heat up 1-2 tablespoons of oil, then lower the heat and drop spoonfuls of the batter into the pan (without overcrowding it). The batter will be sticky. (Dip the spoon in a cup of water to prevent the mixture sticking to it. Repeat for each pancake). Fry the pancakes over a low heat for about 2½ minutes on each side. Serve immediately.
4. 4Step 4: To make the fruit compote place the fruit, maple syrup and vanilla in a saucepan and cook over a medium heat for 5 minutes or until the fruit softens and starts releasing juice. (Make the compote before you make the pancakes). Serve hot or cold.