Pineapple Upside-Down Sugar Cookies

Pineapple Upside-Down Sugar Cookies

Pineapple Upside-Down Sugar Cookies

 

Pineapple Upside-Down Sugar Cookies

 

Indulge in these Pineapple Upside-Down Sugar Cookies a mini version of the classic dessert, featuring soft sugar cookies topped with caramelized pineapples and cherries. Ideal for parties or whenever you’re craving a sweet tropical treat!

Ingredients:

For the Pineapple Topping:

1 can pineapple slices (cut into small pieces)

¼ cup butter (melted)

½ cup light brown sugar

Maraschino cherries (halved)

For the Sugar Cookies:

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

½ teaspoon baking powder

¼ teaspoon baking soda

¼ teaspoon salt

½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)

¾ cup granulated sugar

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin to ensure easy removal of cookies later.

2. Prepare the Pineapple Topping:
In each muffin tin, add 1 teaspoon of melted butter and 1 tablespoon of brown sugar. Place a few pieces of pineapple and half a maraschino cherry in the center.

3. Make the Sugar Cookie Dough:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a separate large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth. Gradually blend in the dry ingredients until a dough forms.

4. Assemble the Cookies:
Scoop out dough portions and press them over the pineapple mixture in each muffin tin, making sure the fruit topping is completely covered.

5. Bake the Cookies:
Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the cookie edges turn golden brown. Let the cookies cool in the tin for 5 minutes.

6. Invert and Serve:
Carefully invert the muffin tin onto a wire rack. The pineapple topping will reveal a beautifully caramelized finish on each cookie.

Details:

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 12 cookies

Calories per cookie: Approx. 180

Tips for the Best Pineapple Upside-Down Sugar Cookies:

For a tropical flair, add a dash of coconut extract to the cookie dough.

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate indulgence.

Perfect for parties, summer gatherings, or any special occasion! These pineapple sugar cookies are sure to be a crowd favorite.

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