Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies: A Fun Twist on a Classic Dessert
Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic dessert, perfect for any occasion. These bite-sized treats combine a soft, buttery cookie base with a sweet caramelized pineapple and maraschino cherry topping that captures the essence of a summer beach getaway. Easy to make and customizable, they are ideal for summer picnics, tea parties, or a fun family dessert night. With their tropical flavors and handheld convenience, these cookies are sure to impress your friends and family while offering a nostalgic nod to a beloved favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 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 to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Add in the egg and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually blend into the wet mixture until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, melt butter and mix with brown sugar; spread evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Arrange pineapple pieces over the mixture and top each with half a maraschino cherry.
- Drop spoonfuls of cookie dough over the fruit layer.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden around the edges; cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg