Pineapple Upside Down Sugar Cookies That Delight Every Bite
Pineapple Upside Down Sugar Cookies are a delightful twist on a classic dessert, bringing a tropical flavor to the beloved cookie.
- 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
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/2 cup maraschino cherries, halved
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the softened butter and sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add flour, baking soda, and salt; mix until just combined.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and crushed pineapple.
- Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Place a half maraschino cherry in the center of each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar.
- Ensure the pineapple is well-drained to prevent a soggy cookie.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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