Description
Pineapple Upside Down Sugar Cookies are a delightful twist on a classic treat, combining the tropical sweetness of pineapple with buttery cookie goodness. Each golden cookie is topped with a juicy pineapple ring and a cherry, creating a beautiful and delicious dessert perfect for any occasion. These cookies are not only easy to make but also bring joy and laughter to gatherings, making baking a cherished tradition in any home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 can (14 oz) pineapple rings (drained, juice reserved)
- Maraschino cherries (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Beat in the egg until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to the butter mixture until just combined.
- Place one drained pineapple ring on each cookie space on the baking sheet, adding a maraschino cherry in the center.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough around each pineapple ring.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.
- Cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg