Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Pineapple Upside-Down Sugar Cookies, a refreshing twist on a beloved classic. These cookies feature a soft, chewy base topped with caramelized pineapple and cherries, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply craving something sweet, these cookies are quick and easy to prepare, ensuring you can impress guests or satisfy your sweet tooth with minimal effort. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of buttery sweetness and tropical fruitiness that is both visually stunning and deliciously satisfying.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple slices, drained and cut into small pieces
- Maraschino cherries, halved
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine melted butter and brown sugar; spoon 1 tablespoon into each muffin cup.
- Top the brown sugar mix with chopped pineapple pieces and half a maraschino cherry.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy; beat in egg and vanilla.
- Mix dry ingredients separately, then combine with wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
- Press about 1½ tablespoons of cookie dough over the topping in each muffin cup.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until cookies are lightly golden around the edges.
- Cool briefly before flipping onto a rack to serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg