Pineapple Upside Down Pancakes Recipe
These pineapple upside down pancakes combine tropical sweetness with the comforting essence of classic pancakes. Enhanced with natural agave syrup and pineapple juice, they offer a delightful, caramelized pineapple topping that brings a fresh, nostalgic twist to your breakfast table. Perfectly fluffy and golden, they’re an easy, fun recipe ideal for a cozy morning treat.
- 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, amount as per pancake mix package instructions—substitute with sparkling water
- ¼ cup Agave In The Raw®
- 2–3 tablespoons pineapple juice
Caramelized Topping
- 1 tablespoon Agave In The Raw® (for griddle)
- 6 pineapple rings (canned or fresh)
- 6 maraschino cherries
Garnish and Serving
- Shredded coconut, for garnish
- Pineapple syrup or extra agave syrup, for serving
Instructions
- Make the pancake batter: In a medium bowl, prepare your pancake mix following the package instructions, substituting sparkling water for still water. Add ¼ cup Agave In The Raw® and a splash (2–3 tablespoons) of pineapple juice. Stir until the batter is smooth but still slightly lumpy to avoid overmixing. Let the batter rest for 10 minutes to ensure optimal texture.
- Caramelize the pineapple: Preheat your griddle or griddle pan to medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of Agave In The Raw® directly onto the griddle. Place the pineapple rings on the griddle and let them caramelize for about 2 minutes on each side, or until they become lightly golden and sticky. Be patient and careful to get good caramelization.
- Assemble and cook the pancakes: Place one maraschino cherry in the center of each caramelized pineapple ring. Carefully spoon about ¼ cup of pancake batter over each pineapple ring, covering it fully. Cook the pancakes on the griddle for about 2–3 minutes until bubbles begin to form on the surface. Flip the pancakes carefully—use cooking spray on your spatula to prevent sticking—and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes, or until both sides are golden brown and fully cooked through.
- Serve warm: Once cooked, transfer the pancakes to plates. Garnish each stack with a sprinkle of shredded coconut and drizzle with pineapple syrup or additional agave syrup. Serve immediately while warm for the best flavor experience.
Notes
- Allow the pineapples ample time to caramelize to develop maximum flavor and prevent sticking.
- Spray your spatula with cooking spray before flipping to avoid the pineapple sticking and breaking the pancake.
- Flip the pancakes gently but confidently to keep the pineapple rings intact.
- Use fresh pineapple when possible for best taste, but canned works well too.
- Resting the batter improves pancake fluffiness and texture.
Find it online: https://zaracooking.com/pineapple-upside-down-pancakes-recipe/
