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Pineapple Upside Down Sugar Cookies

Pineapple Upside Down Sugar Cookies: A Twist You’ll Love

These Pineapple Upside Down Sugar Cookies offer a delightful tropical twist on a classic dessert, perfect for all dietary preferences.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Try whole wheat flour for a healthier twist.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Consider coconut sugar for a lower glycemic index.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter You can swap it with margarine for a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 large egg Opt for a flax egg as a vegan substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Ensure it's fresh for the best results.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Omit if using salted butter.
For the Topping
  • 1 can canned pineapple rings Fresh pineapple can brighten the flavor.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Dark brown sugar will give a richer taste.
  • 12 pieces maraschino cherries Fresh cherries can be a less-sweet alternative.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • cookie scoop
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Incorporate the egg into the creamed mixture and mix until creamy and uniform.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients.
  5. Shape the dough into balls and place on the baking sheet, pressing a pineapple ring gently into the center of each cookie.
  6. Sprinkle brown sugar on top and place a maraschino cherry in the center of each pineapple ring.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown around the edges and soft in the center.
  8. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, ensure the canned pineapple is well-drained and do not overmix the dough to maintain a tender texture.

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