Pineapple Upside-Down Sugar Cookies
Indulge in a delightful twist on a classic dessert with these Pineapple Upside-Down Sugar Cookies. Combining the familiar flavors of traditional pineapple upside-down cake with the soft, chewy texture of sugar cookies, this treat is sure to become a favorite in your home. With succulent caramelized pineapple and vibrant maraschino cherries adorning each cookie, they not only taste incredible but also make for a stunning presentation. Perfect for family gatherings or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, these cookies are quick and easy to prepare, allowing you to enjoy them fresh out of the oven in no time.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple slices, drained and cut into small pieces
- Maraschino cherries, halved
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
- In a bowl, combine melted butter and brown sugar; spoon into muffin cups.
- Top with pineapple pieces and maraschino cherry halves.
- In another bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar; beat in egg and vanilla.
- Mix dry ingredients separately, then combine with wet until a soft dough forms.
- Press dough over the topping in each muffin cup.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden; cool before flipping onto a surface.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg