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Pineapple Upside Down Sugar Cookies

Pineapple Upside Down Sugar Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

These Pineapple Upside Down Sugar Cookies are a delightful treat that combines caramelized pineapple and a buttery cookie texture.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Make sure it's softened for easy creaming.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with a sugar alternative for lower calories.
  • 1 large Egg No substitutes needed for this recipe.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (optional) Feel free to add or replace with almond extract for a different twist.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour (or gluten-free blend) Use a gluten-free blend for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Do not omit; it's essential for proper cookie rise.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Ensure to use the correct amount to enhance flavor.
For the Topping
  • 1 can Canned Pineapple Rings Use well-drained pieces for best results.
  • 1 tablespoon Additional Sugar for Sprinkling Alternatively, use brown sugar for a deeper flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Spatula
  • Cookie scoop
  • Baking Tray
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line baking trays with parchment paper.
  2. Cream softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  4. Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl, then gradually mix into the wet mixture until a soft dough forms.
  5. Drop mounds of dough onto prepared trays, leaving space for cookies to spread.
  6. Press a well-drained pineapple ring into each mound and sprinkle with additional sugar.
  7. Bake for 11-13 minutes until the edges are golden brown.
  8. Cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mg

Notes

Chill the dough for 20 minutes before baking for best results. Ensure your butter and egg are at room temperature for better mixing.

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