Jess's Pineapple Upside Down Pancakes

Directions

1. 1

   Prepare pancake batter according to package directions, substituting pineapple juice for part of the water. Add more water if needed to reach desired consistency. Stir in cinnamon.

2. 2

   Preheat your griddle to medium heat. In a small pot on the griddle, melt butter and add brown sugar, maple syrup, vanilla, and pineapple juice. Bring to a gentle boil, then remove from heat.

3. 3

   Reduce griddle heat to low. Melt a small amount of butter and cook pineapple slices on both sides until lightly caramelized. Remove and set aside.

4. 4

   Add more butter to the griddle and pour batter to form pancakes. Place a pineapple slice in the center and add a cherry. Cook until bubbles form on the edges, then flip and cook until golden brown.

5. 5

   Transfer pancakes to a serving platter. Garnish with chopped cherries and diced pineapple if desired.

6. 6

   Drizzle with warm syrup and serve immediately.