Description
Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic dessert, merging buttery cookie dough with sweet, caramelized pineapple and vibrant maraschino cherries. These cookies are not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to make, evoking tropical vibes in every bite. Perfect for summer gatherings or cozy nights at home, they are guaranteed to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (drained)
- 12 maraschino cherries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour and baking powder until just combined.
- Fold in the drained pineapple chunks until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet and top each with a maraschino cherry.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Let cool slightly before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 116
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg