Pineapple Upside Down Sugar Cookies: Irresistibly Sweet Treats
Enjoy the tropical flavors of pineapple in these delightful upside-down sugar cookies that are perfect for any dessert lover.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 can pineapple slices, drained
- 1/2 cup maraschino cherries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the creamed mixture.
- Place a slice of pineapple and a cherry in the center of each cookie before baking.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- For a caramelized flavor, add a brown sugar topping to the cookies before baking.
- These cookies can be decorated with a drizzle of icing for added sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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