Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies: A Fun Twist on a Classic Dessert
Indulge in the delightful taste of Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies, a fun twist on a classic dessert! These chewy cookies are infused with the tropical sweetness of caramelized pineapple and cherries, delivering a burst of flavor in every bite. Perfect for summer picnics, gatherings, or cozy evenings at home, these cookies are sure to become a favorite treat. Easy enough for novice bakers, this recipe transforms the beloved upside-down cake into an accessible cookie format that everyone will love. With just a handful of simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can whip up a batch that will impress your family and friends. Get ready to create sweet memories with these charming cookies!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ½ cup Unsalted Butter (softened)
- ¾ cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 Large Egg (or 1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water for flax egg)
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 ¼ cups All-Purpose Flour (or gluten-free 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 use fresh)
- Maraschino Cherries (halved or fresh cherries/dried cranberries)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix melted butter and brown sugar in a bowl; spread in the bottom of your baking pan.
- Arrange pineapple pieces and halved cherries over the mixture.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter with granulated sugar until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla extract; mix well.
- Gradually incorporate flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined.
- Spoon dollops of dough over the fruit topping.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool for 10 minutes before flipping onto a serving plate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg