Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies: A Fun Twist on a Classic Dessert
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies: A Fun Twist on a Classic Dessert. These charming treats bring you the nostalgic taste of traditional pineapple upside-down cake in a soft, chewy cookie form. Each bite features caramelized pineapple topped with a sweet cherry, creating a blissful combination that will whisk you away to summer days. Perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings alike, these cookies are simple to prepare and sure to vanish quickly from any dessert table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ½ cup Unsalted Butter, softened
- ¾ cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 Large Egg or flax egg
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 ¼ cups All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free blend
- ½ tsp Baking Powder
- ¼ tsp Salt
- ½ cup Brown Sugar
- 2 tbsp Melted Butter
- 1 small can Pineapple Rings, chopped
- halved Maraschino Cherries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to wet ingredients.
- Combine brown sugar and melted butter in another bowl until mixed well.
- Spoon brown sugar mixture onto each cookie sheet; top with pineapple pieces and halved cherries.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown; cool on wire racks before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg