Gluten-Free Hawaiian Brunch Feast: Pineapple Upside Down Pancakes and Tropical Fruit Salad

Allergens

Nuts (from almond milk and maraschino cherries)

Ingredients

• 1 cup gluten
• free all
• purpose flour
• 1 cup almond milk
• 2 eggs
• 3 tbsp coconut oil, melted
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 4 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 can (20 oz) pineapple slices in juice, drained and reserved
• 1/2 cup maraschino cherries, rinsed and patted dry
• 2 cups mixed tropical fruit, such as mango, kiwi, and pineapple
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
• A pinch of salt

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten free flour, almond milk, eggs, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Set aside to rest for 5 minutes.
2. Preheat a non stick griddle or frying pan over medium heat. Lightly grease the cooking surface with coconut oil.
3. Pour 1/4 cup portions of the batter onto the hot griddle, cook until bubbles appear on the surface, and the edges start to set. Flip and cook for another 2 minutes until golden brown. Repeat with remaining batter, stacking the cooked pancakes on a plate and covering them with aluminum foil to keep warm.
4. In a medium bowl, toss the mixed tropical fruit with honey and lime juice. Arrange the pineapple slices on the bottom of a 9 inch round cake pan or oven safe skillet, placing a maraschino cherry in the center of each slice. Drizzle with brown sugar and reserved pineapple juice.
5. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the fruit mixture for 20 minutes until the sugar begins to caramelize. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
6. To serve, place a portion of pineapple upside down pancakes on each plate, then carefully invert the baked fruit mixture onto the stacked pancakes. Top with more fresh tropical fruit, and enjoy your gluten free Hawaiian brunch feast!

Chef’s Insight

The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is truly heavenly. Don't be afraid to adjust the sweetness or tartness to your personal preference.

Notes

Pineapple upside down pancakes are a fun and creative twist on the classic pineapple upside down cake. This gluten-free recipe makes it accessible for those with dietary restrictions while still offering all the deliciousness of the original dish.