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Pineapple Upside Down Sugar Cookies

Pineapple Upside Down Sugar Cookies for a Tropical Treat

These Pineapple Upside Down Sugar Cookies capture the essence of tropical sweetness with a buttery base and caramelized pineapple, making them a perfect dessert for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 140
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened; can substitute with vegan butter
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar brown sugar can be used for a slight caramel flavor
  • 1 large Egg can use a flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract optional
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour or Gluten-Free Blend ensure gluten-free blend is suited for baking
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda no substitutes needed
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt can be omitted for dietary restrictions
For the Topping
  • 1 can Canned Pineapple Rings can substitute with fresh pineapple if drained
  • 2 tablespoons Additional Sugar use coconut sugar for a healthier option

Equipment

  • electric mixer
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking trays
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line your baking trays with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Add in the large egg and optional vanilla extract, beating until well combined, about 30 seconds.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt, then gradually mix into the wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
  5. Portion out 2 tablespoons of dough for each cookie and place onto the prepared baking trays, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  6. Gently press a pineapple ring into each mound of dough and sprinkle with additional sugar.
  7. Bake for 11-13 minutes until the edges are golden and centers remain soft but set.
  8. Allow cookies to cool for a few minutes on the trays before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Chill dough if it spreads too much during baking.

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