Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies: A Fun Twist on a Classic Dessert
Indulge in the sweet nostalgia of summer with these Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies: A Fun Twist on a Classic Dessert. Bursting with tropical flavors, these delightful cookies feature a soft, buttery base topped with caramelized pineapple and a cherry, transforming a beloved dessert into an easy-to-bake treat. Perfect for family gatherings or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, they are quick to prepare and even better to share. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this unique cookie recipe that delivers deliciousness in every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
- Total Time: 0 hours
- 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 (or 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 pieces)
- Halved maraschino cherries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Mix in the egg and vanilla until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix melted butter with brown sugar and spread on the baking sheet. Arrange pineapple pieces and cherries on top.
- Drop tablespoon-sized dollops of cookie dough onto each piece of fruit.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown. Allow cooling briefly before flipping onto serving plates.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 187
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 94mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 26mg