Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies: A Fun Twist on a Classic Dessert
If you’re craving a delightful treat that captures the essence of summer, look no further than Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies: A Fun Twist on a Classic Dessert. These cookies beautifully marry the rich, buttery flavor of soft cookies with sweet caramelized pineapple and a juicy cherry on top, creating a handheld version of the traditional cake. Perfect for family gatherings, quick desserts on busy weeknights, or as a sweet accompaniment to your favorite coffee, these cookies are sure to be a hit. Their easy preparation and customizable nature make them accessible for bakers of all levels. Get ready to impress everyone with this tropical delight!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- 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
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 ¼ cups All-Purpose Flour
- ½ tsp Baking Powder
- ¼ tsp Salt
- ½ cup Brown Sugar
- 2 tbsp Melted Butter
- 1 small can Pineapple Rings, cut into smaller pieces
- Halved Maraschino Cherries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven and prepare a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to the wet mixture.
- For the topping, mix brown sugar and melted butter in your baking dish.
- Arrange pineapple pieces and cherries over the brown sugar mixture.
- Scoop cookie dough onto the topping layer.
- Bake until golden brown and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg