Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies
Indulge in the delightful taste of Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies: A Fun Twist on a Classic Dessert! These charming bite-sized cookies combine the chewy goodness of traditional cookies with the tropical sweetness of caramelized pineapple and cherries. Ideal for family gatherings, casual snacks, or a quick treat to brighten your day, they are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike. This easy recipe allows even beginner bakers to create these delicious treats effortlessly. Once baked, the cookies vanish quickly—so make sure to enjoy them while they’re warm!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: About 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 or flax egg
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 ¼ cups All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free flour blend
- ½ tsp Baking Powder
- ¼ tsp Salt
- ½ cup Brown Sugar
- 2 tbsp Melted Butter
- 1 small can Pineapple Rings, cut into smaller pieces or fresh pineapple
- halved Maraschino Cherries or fresh fruit alternatives
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together softened 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 mix into the wet ingredients.
- Combine melted butter with brown sugar in a different bowl until smooth; spread this mixture on your prepared baking sheet.
- Spoon cookie dough onto the brown sugar base, gently pressing pineapple pieces into each dollop and topping with half a cherry.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until edges are golden brown; cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg