Sweet Potato Pineapple Upside Down Donut Rings are the ultimate tropical twist on classic donuts—crispy, caramelized, and bursting with pineapple flavor!

Imagine biting into a warm, golden-brown ring of sweet potato donut topped with caramelized pineapple and brown sugar glaze. These Sweet Potato Pineapple Upside Down Donut Rings are the perfect fusion of comfort food and tropical flavor. Ideal for brunch, dessert, or a holiday twist, they bring together the sweetness of baked donuts and the classic upside-down cake magic.

Ingredients

For the Donut Rings:

• 1 1/2 cups mashed sweet potatoes (roasted and cooled)
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2/3 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Pineapple Upside Topping:

• 1 can pineapple rings (drained and patted dry)
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• Maraschino cherries (optional)

Directions

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