Description
Delicious Pineapple Upside Sugar Cookies are a delightful twist on traditional sugar cookies, featuring a sweet pineapple topping that adds a tropical flavor.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup shredded coconut (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the crushed pineapple and shredded coconut if using.
- In a greased baking dish, spread the brown sugar evenly on the bottom.
- Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough over the brown sugar, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let cool for a few minutes before inverting onto a serving platter.
Notes
- Make sure to drain the pineapple well to avoid excess moisture.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
- For a more intense pineapple flavor, add pineapple extract.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Pineapple, Sugar Cookies, Dessert, Tropical, Baking