Golden caramelized pineapple rings and sweet maraschino cherries tucked inside fluffy pancakes? Yes, please. These Blackstone Pineapple Upside Down Pancakes are just as fun to make as they are to eat. Whether you’re cooking breakfast outdoors or hosting a weekend brunch, this recipe brings a tropical twist to a morning classic and delivers serious flavor with minimal effort.

Blackstone Pineapple Upside Down Pancakes

This griddle-friendly recipe is perfect for those who love pineapple upside down cake but want something a little more breakfast-ready. It uses simple ingredients you probably already have on hand and takes just minutes to cook up on the Blackstone. If you’re a fan of pancake recipes with a twist, you’ll also want to check out [your stuffed pancake recipe], [your s’mores pancakes], or even [your savory breakfast sliders] for more flat top inspiration.

Cooking on the Blackstone gives these pancakes a caramelized edge that you just can’t get in a skillet. The brown sugar creates a sticky-sweet layer on the pineapple while the pancake batter puffs up perfectly around it. These are great for camping breakfasts, brunch parties, or when you just want something fun and new to serve the family.

What You Will Love About This Recipe

You only need four basic ingredients

The presentation is just as impressive as the flavor

These pancakes are made on the griddle, so no heating up the kitchen

It’s a creative twist on two classic dishes in one

Kids and adults both love them

How to Make Blackstone Pineapple Upside Down Pancakes

Preheat your Blackstone to medium heat.
Dip pineapple slices in brown sugar, coat both sides.

Grill the pineapple for 1-2 minutes per side.
Place a maraschino cherry in the center.

grill pineapple slice and than place cherry in the middle

Pour pancake batter over the top, aprx. ¼ cup of batter.
Cook until the edges start to set and you see some bubbling starting on top. Aprx 2 minutes.

Carefully flip.

Cook for an additional 1 ½ minutes or until just brown on the bottom.
Serve immediately & Enjoy!

Tips & Tricks

Be sure to pat your pineapple slices dry before dipping in brown sugar to avoid excess moisture
Use about ¼ cup of pancake batter for each slice to keep them from overflowing
Don’t flip too early — wait for bubbles and set edges to keep the pancake from breaking
Try adding a little cinnamon to your brown sugar for a warm, spiced flavor
If making for a crowd, keep pancakes warm in a low oven while finishing the batch

FAQs

Yes, just slice it into rings and remove the core before dipping in brown sugar.

Nope. Any flat top griddle or large skillet will work just fine — you just want enough space to lay the pineapple rings flat.

Any standard homemade or store-bought pancake mix will work. Just avoid very runny batters so they don’t slide off the pineapple.

Blackstone Pineapple Upside Down Pancakes

Blackstone Pineapple Upside Down Pancakes are a special treat that you and your family will love every day of the week as it combines pancake batter, pineapple, brown sugar, and Maraschino cherries to create a sweet decadent breakfast in minutes!

Ingredients

20 oz Can Pineapple Slices
Maraschino Cherries
¼ Cup Brown Sugar
Pancake Batter

Instructions

Preheat your Blackstone to medium heat.
Dip pineapple slices in brown sugar, coat both sides.
Grill the pineapple for 1-2 minutes per side.
Place a maraschino cherry in the center.
Pour pancake batter over the top, apex. ¼ cup of batter.
Cook until the edges start to set and you see some bubbling starting on top. Aprx 2 minutes.
Carefully flip.
Cook for an additional 1 ½ minutes or until just brown on the bottom.
Serve immediately & Enjoy!

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 93Total Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 32mgCarbohydrates: 22gFiber: 1gSugar: 17gProtein: 1g

Melissa

I’m Melissa, the imaginative force behind Sparkles to Sprinkles, where creativity comes to life, and sprinkles of joy are scattered generously. Melissa is a proud Jersey girl who found love with a New York boy. As a mom to four wonderful boys and a few fur babies, her journey into the world of blogging began after making the life-changing decision to stay home and raise her children. Previously a dedicated workaholic, Melissa’s blog became her creative outlet and passion project. Inspired by her mother-in-law, a masterful cook renowned for her delicious home-cooked meals and legendary holiday feasts (think mouthwatering sausage stuffing), Melissa honed her culinary skills through a combination of family recipes and countless cooking classes. She often attended these classes with her son Michael, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. Melissa’s love for learning extends beyond familiar cuisines, as she enjoys exploring international recipes in hands-on cooking classes. Her blog features a diverse array of recipes, showcasing her expertise with various kitchen appliances such as the Instant Pot, air fryer, Slow Cooker, Ninja Foodi, Instant Vortex Plus, and more. Join Melissa on her culinary adventures as she shares tried-and-true family favorites alongside exciting new discoveries!

Blackstone Pineapple Upside Down Pancakes