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Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies

Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

Delight in these Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies, a tropical twist on a classic favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • ½ cup butter softened; substitute with margarine if needed
  • 1 cup granulated sugar can use brown sugar for deeper flavor
  • 1 large egg can substitute with a flax egg for vegan option
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour a gluten-free blend works as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder make sure it’s fresh for best results
  • 1 teaspoon salt essential for balancing sweetness
For the Topping
  • 1 cup pineapple cubed or crushed; both fresh and canned work well
  • 1 cup maraschino cherries used for topping; optional if less sweetness desired

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Wooden spoon
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cream together the butter and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
  2. Add the egg and mix until combined, forming a pale and creamy mixture.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  4. Optionally caramelize the pineapple in a small pan over medium heat for about 5 minutes until slightly golden.
  5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Scoop dough onto the baking sheet, press a piece of pineapple and a cherry on each dough ball.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
  8. Cool the cookies on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 130mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies are great for summer gatherings or afternoon treats, offering a taste of the tropics!

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