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Pineapple Upside Down Sugar Cookies

Pineapple Upside Down Sugar Cookies

These Pineapple Upside Down Sugar Cookies are a delightful tropical twist on a classic, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Sweet Treats
Keyword: baking, cookies, dessert, easy recipes, Pineapple Upside Down Sugar Cookies, tropical
Servings: 12 cookies
Calories: 150kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Cookie molds
  • Oven

Ingredients

For the Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup Unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 2 Large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons Baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Crushed pineapple drained

For the Topping

  • 1/2 cup Brown sugar
  • 12 Maraschino cherries

Instructions

Baking Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the large eggs and vanilla extract to the mixture and mix until smooth.
  • Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in another bowl.
  • Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  • Fold in the crushed pineapple gently.
  • Melt the brown sugar in a separate pan over low heat, then pour it into the bottom of cookie molds.
  • Place maraschino cherries on top of the melted brown sugar.
  • Scoop cookie dough into the molds, covering the sugar and cherries.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
  • Cool the cookies for a few minutes before inverting onto a plate.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes to restore warmth.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 35mg | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.5mg
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