Pineapple Upside Down Sugar Cookies
Delightful cookies inspired by the classic pineapple upside-down cake, offering a burst of tropical flavor in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 can pineapple rings (well-drained)
- 2 tablespoons additional sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract (if using), mixing until fully incorporated.
- Mix the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt in another bowl, then add it to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold the well-drained pineapple rings into the dough.
- Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space for spreading, and sprinkle with additional sugar.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden around the edges.
Notes
Serve warm for a gooey texture. Consider variations like adding coconut or using different fruits.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cookies, pineapple, upside down, dessert, tropical