Description
Pineapple Upside Sugar Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic sugar cookie, combining buttery sweetness with juicy pineapple for a vibrant tropical treat. These cookies are incredibly easy to make, making them perfect for bakers of all skill levels. With just a handful of common ingredients, you can whip up these chewy cookies for summer parties, casual gatherings, or simply as a fun baking project at home. Topped with pineapple rings and a sprinkle of sugar, each bite transports you to a sunny paradise, making them an instant hit with both kids and adults. Whether served as party favors or enjoyed as an afternoon snack, these cookies are sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 10–12 canned pineapple rings, well-drained and patted dry
- Additional sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the butter mixture until a soft dough forms.
- Roll dough into balls (about 1½ tablespoons each) and flatten slightly before placing on the prepared baking sheet.
- Top each dough disk with a pineapple ring, pressing gently to adhere.
- Sprinkle additional sugar over each pineapple ring.
- Bake for 12–14 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Allow cooling on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg