Upside-Down Bacon Pancake

Total Time
Prep: 10 min. Bake: 20 min. + cooling

Updated on Oct. 14, 2023

Make a big impression when you present one family-sized bacon pancake. The brown sugar adds sweetness that complements the salty bacon. If you can fit more bacon in the skillet and want to add more, go for it! —Mindie Hilton, Susanville, California

Test Kitchen Approved

Upside-Down Bacon Pancake

Yield: 6 servings
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 20 min

Ingredients

  • 6 bacon strips, coarsely chopped
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 cups complete buttermilk pancake mix
  • 1-1/2 cups water
  • Optional: Maple syrup and butter

Directions

  1. In a large cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon to paper towels with a slotted spoon. Remove drippings, reserving 2 tablespoons in pan. Return bacon to pan; sprinkle with brown sugar.
  2. In a small bowl, combine pancake mix and water just until moistened. Pour into pan.
  3. Bake at 350° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 18-20 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate. Serve warm, with maple syrup and butter if desired.
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