Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies: A Fun Twist on a Classic Dessert
If you’re in the mood for a delightful treat that captures the essence of summer, these Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies are an absolute must-try! Combining the nostalgic flavors of the classic upside-down cake with the convenience of cookies, they feature a buttery base topped with caramelized pineapple and a cherry. Perfect for picnics, family gatherings, or simply as a sweet indulgence after a long day, these cookies will bring sunshine to your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Unsalted Butter
- Granulated Sugar
- Large Egg or flax egg
- Vanilla Extract
- All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free blend
- Baking Powder
- Salt
- Brown Sugar
- Melted Butter
- Pineapple Rings or fresh pineapple
- Maraschino Cherries or alternatives
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix into wet ingredients until just combined.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter with brown sugar to create the topping.
- Spoon topping onto prepared baking sheet, place pineapple pieces on top, followed by halved cherries.
- Scoop cookie dough on top of each pineapple piece and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden around edges.
- Allow cooling before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg