Description
If you love the classic Pineapple Upside-Down Cake, you’ll be thrilled to try these Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies! These delightful treats bring all the tropical flavors of the beloved dessert into a soft, chewy cookie form, topped with caramelized pineapple and a cherry for that perfect finishing touch. Ideal for summer gatherings, tea time, or just because you deserve a treat, these cookies are sure to disappear in minutes. With their fun presentation and easy preparation, they make for a nostalgic sweet that everyone will adore. Bake a batch today and indulge in this unique twist on a timeless favorite!
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)
- Melted Butter (2 tbsp)
- Pineapple Rings (1 small can, cut into smaller pieces)
- Maraschino Cherries (halved)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually combine with the wet ingredients until just mixed.
- For the topping, mix brown sugar and melted butter in a small bowl; spread evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Arrange cut pineapple rings over the brown sugar mixture and place halved maraschino cherries in between.
- Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough over the fruit layer, spacing them evenly.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Allow cooling before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Chill the dough for 30 minutes if you prefer thicker cookies. Feel free to experiment with different fruits or nuts for added flavor.