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Pineapple Upside Down Pancakes Recipe

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These pineapple upside down pancakes combine nostalgic flavors with a fresh, tropical twist. Caramelized pineapple rings and maraschino cherries sit beneath fluffy, lightly sweetened pancakes made with sparkling water and agave syrup, finished with shredded coconut and pineapple syrup for a memorable breakfast treat.

  • Author: Zara
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Pancake Batter

  • 2 cups of your favorite pancake mix
  • Water as per package instructions, substituted with sparkling water
  • ¼ cup Agave In The Raw®
  • Splash of pineapple juice (2–3 tbsp)

For Caramelizing and Assembly

  • 1 tbsp Agave In The Raw® for griddle
  • 6 pineapple rings, canned or fresh
  • 6 maraschino cherries
  • Shredded coconut, for garnish
  • Pineapple syrup or extra agave for serving

Instructions

  1. Make the pancake batter: In a medium bowl, mix your pancake mix according to package instructions using sparkling water instead of still water. Add ¼ cup of Agave In The Raw® and a splash of pineapple juice. Stir until smooth but still slightly lumpy to maintain fluffiness, and then let the batter rest for 10 minutes.
  2. Caramelize the pineapple: Heat a griddle or griddle pan over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of Agave In The Raw®. Place the pineapple rings directly onto the griddle and cook for about 2 minutes on each side, or until they develop a light golden caramelization.
  3. Assemble and cook the pancakes: Place a maraschino cherry in the center of each caramelized pineapple ring. Carefully spoon about ¼ cup of pancake batter over each ring, completely covering the pineapple and cherry. Cook for 2–3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook another 2–3 minutes until pancakes are golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Serve: Garnish the pineapple upside down pancakes with shredded coconut and drizzle with pineapple syrup or additional agave. Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Allow the pineapple rings to caramelize fully to develop a good golden color and sweetness.
  • Because caramelized pineapple can be slippery and stick to your spatula, spray your spatula with cooking spray to prevent sticking and flip promptly but carefully for best results.
  • Use sparkling water in the pancake batter for a lighter, fluffier texture.
  • If using canned pineapple, drain well before caramelizing to avoid excess moisture on the griddle.
  • Adjust sweetness by adding more or less agave syrup to suit your taste.

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