Irresistibly Sweet Pineapple Upside Down Sugar Cookies
Delightfully chewy and sweet Pineapple Upside Down Sugar Cookies perfect for any gathering.
Equipment
- Oven
- Mixing Bowls
- Baking Trays
- Parchment Paper
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened, can use margarine or coconut oil for dairy-free
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar can be reduced slightly for less sweetness
- 1 large Egg use a flaxseed egg for vegan option
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract optional, can replace with almond extract
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free blend for gluten-sensitive diets
- 1 teaspoon Baking Soda essential for texture
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt balances sweetness
For the Topping
- 1 can Canned Pineapple Rings drained well, can use fresh pineapple
- 2 tablespoons Additional Sugar for sprinkling on top
Instructions
How to Make Pineapple Upside Down Sugar Cookies
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line your baking trays with parchment paper.
- Cream softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Beat in the large egg and optional vanilla extract until well combined.
- Whisk together all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend), baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Gradually combine the dry mixture with the wet ingredients to form a soft dough.
- Scoop 2 tablespoons of dough for each cookie onto the prepared trays, ensuring space in between.
- Press a pineapple ring gently into the center of each cookie dough mound. Sprinkle with sugar.
- Bake for 11-13 minutes until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
Notes
Optional: Drizzle with chocolate or caramel sauce for extra indulgence.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg
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