Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies
Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic dessert, combining the beloved flavors of soft, buttery cookies with caramelized pineapple and a sweet maraschino cherry on top. Perfect for summer gatherings or a sweet indulgence any time of year, these chewy treats are sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 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
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup brown sugar
- Pineapple rings (cut into small pieces)
- Maraschino cherries (halved)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually combine with wet ingredients.
- For the topping, mix melted butter with brown sugar until smooth; spoon onto lined baking sheet.
- Place pineapple pieces on top of the brown sugar mixture, followed by a cherry half.
- Scoop and flatten cookie dough over each topping; bake for 12–15 minutes until golden.
- Allow cooling before flipping to reveal the beautiful topping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg