Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies, a fun twist on the classic dessert! These cookies combine buttery softness with caramelized pineapple and a sweet maraschino cherry on top, all packed into an easy-to-handle treat. Perfect for summer gatherings, casual tea time, or just when you crave something sweet, these cookies are sure to impress friends and family alike. With straightforward ingredients and simple steps, you’ll be enjoying these tropical delights in no time. Bake a batch today and watch them disappear fast!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 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
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 ¼ cups All-Purpose Flour
- ½ tsp Baking Powder
- ½ cup Brown Sugar
- 1 small can Pineapple Rings, chopped
- halved Maraschino Cherries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream softened butter and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla; mix until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until combined.
- Mix melted butter and brown sugar in a small bowl for the topping.
- Place 1 teaspoon of brown sugar mixture on the baking sheet, top with pineapple pieces and cherry halves.
- Scoop about 1 ½ tablespoons of cookie dough over each topping and gently flatten.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden around edges. Cool before flipping to reveal the topping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg