Pineapple Upside-Down Pancakes (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ For the Topping

01 - 4 pineapple rings (canned or fresh)
02 - 4 maraschino cherries
03 - 3 tablespoons butter
04 - 1/4 cup brown sugar

→ For the Pancake Batter

05 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
06 - 1 tablespoon sugar
07 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
09 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
10 - 3/4 cup buttermilk
11 - 1 large egg
12 - 2 tablespoons butter, melted

# Instructions:

01 - Melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once melted, stir in the brown sugar until dissolved and slightly bubbly, about 1 minute.
02 - Place the pineapple rings in the sugar mixture, then place a maraschino cherry in the center of each ring. Cook for about 2 minutes until slightly caramelized. Carefully remove the pineapple and cherries with a slotted spoon and set aside, keeping the caramel sauce in the pan.
03 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk the buttermilk, egg, and melted butter until well combined.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Be careful not to overmix - a few small lumps are fine.
05 - Return the skillet with the caramel sauce to medium heat. Place the pineapple rings back in the skillet with cherries in their centers. Pour about 1/4 cup of pancake batter over each pineapple ring, covering them completely.
06 - Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface of the batter and the edges begin to look set. Carefully flip each pancake and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
07 - Use a spatula to transfer each pancake to a plate, flipping it upside down so the pineapple and cherry side is facing up. Drizzle with any remaining caramel sauce from the pan. Serve immediately while warm.

# Notes:

01 - These pancakes combine the classic flavors of pineapple upside-down cake with the comfort of breakfast pancakes.
02 - If using canned pineapple, be sure to drain the rings well before using.
03 - For extra flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the pancake batter.

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