Go Back
–+ servings
Pineapple Upside Sugar Cookies

Pineapple Upside Sugar Cookies: A Tasty Tropical Delight

Delight in the tropical flavors of Pineapple Upside Sugar Cookies, combining buttery sweetness and caramelized pineapple for a perfect treat.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 39 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
For the Topping
  • 1 can Canned Pineapple Rings Or fresh, dried properly
  • 1 tablespoon Additional Sugar for Sprinkling

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
  3. Add egg and vanilla extract, beat until smooth and creamy (1-2 minutes).
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix into wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Scoop about 1½ tablespoons of dough, roll into balls, and flatten slightly. Place on prepared baking sheets.
  6. Top each cookie with a pineapple ring, press down gently, and sprinkle with additional sugar.
  7. Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are golden brown and centers are soft.
  8. Let cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure pineapple rings are dried thoroughly to avoid excess moisture. Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!