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Pineapple Upside Down Sugar Cookies

Pineapple Upside Down Sugar Cookies for a Tropical Delight

These Pineapple Upside Down Sugar Cookies combine warm, buttery sugar cookies with caramelized pineapple for a delightful tropical treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened, can use vegan butter
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar can be used
  • 1 large Egg Can substitute with flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can use gluten-free blend
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
For the Pineapple Topping
  • 1 can Canned Pineapple Rings Ensure well-drained
  • 2 tablespoons Additional Sugar For sprinkling on top

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking tray
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cookie Scoop
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line your baking trays with parchment paper.
  2. Beat together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined and smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Slowly add to wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  5. Using a cookie scoop, portion out the dough onto the prepared trays and press a pineapple ring into each mound.
  6. Sprinkle additional sugar over the pineapple and bake for 11-13 minutes or until golden brown.
  7. Allow to cool briefly on the tray before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure pineapple is well-drained to avoid soggy cookies. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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