Description
Upside Down Cake Pineapple Sugar Cookies are a delightful twist on a classic cookie, combining the sweet flavors of pineapple upside down cake with the buttery goodness of sugar cookies. These quick and easy treats are ready in just 15 minutes, making them the perfect last-minute dessert or sweet snack.
Ingredients
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 egg
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 (20 oz) can pineapple slices, drained and chopped
– 1/4 cup brown sugar
Instructions
1. – Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. – In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. – In a large bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla.
4. – Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. – Fold in the chopped pineapple and brown sugar.
6. – Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. – Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
8. – Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For an extra pineapple flavor, you can add a teaspoon of pineapple extract to the dough. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American