Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies
Indulge in the delightful taste of Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies, a fun twist on the beloved classic dessert. These charming cookies combine the tropical flavors of caramelized pineapple and sweet cherries, all nestled within a soft and chewy cookie base. Perfect for summer gatherings, tea time, or simply as a treat to brighten your day, these cookies are quick to make and sure to disappear in an instant. With their vibrant presentation and irresistible taste, they will be the star of any dessert table. Grab your ingredients and let’s create this nostalgic treat that brings joy with every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
- Unsalted Butter (½ cup, softened)
- Granulated Sugar (¾ cup)
- Large Egg (1)
- Vanilla Extract (1 tsp)
- All-Purpose Flour (1 ¼ cups)
- Baking Powder (½ tsp)
- Salt (¼ tsp)
- Brown Sugar (½ cup)
- Pineapple Rings (cut into small pieces from 1 can)
- Maraschino Cherries (halved)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in egg and vanilla until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt; then gradually add to wet mixture until dough forms.
- For the topping, mix melted butter and brown sugar; spoon onto baking sheet.
- Place pineapple pieces on top of each brown sugar mixture followed by a cherry half.
- Scoop dough over each topping, pressing gently to seal.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden around the edges. Cool before flipping to reveal toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg