Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies
Indulge in the delightful taste of Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies, a fun twist on the beloved classic dessert. These cookies are bursting with tropical flavors, combining chewy cookie dough, caramelized pineapple pieces, and sweet maraschino cherries for a perfect handheld treat. Ideal for summer gatherings or cozy afternoons, this recipe offers a scrumptious way to enjoy the essence of pineapple upside-down cake in a playful cookie form. Easy to make and customizable, these cookies will surely impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
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- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg or flax egg (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour (or 1:1 gluten-free blend)
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 small can pineapple rings, cut into smaller pieces
- halved maraschino cherries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually combine with the wet mixture until just blended.
- Spoon melted butter onto the parchment paper and top with pineapple pieces and halved cherries.
- Cover each topping with cookie dough.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until golden around the edges. Allow cooling before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg