Pineapple Upside Sugar Cookies Recipe
Delightfully sweet and tropical, Pineapple Upside Sugar Cookies combine the classic buttery sugar cookie with juicy pineapple rings baked right on top for a unique and refreshing twist. These cookies feature a soft dough base topped with caramelized pineapple that adds moisture and natural sweetness, making them perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 29 minutes
- Yield: 10-12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 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
Topping
- 10–12 canned pineapple rings, well-drained and patted dry
- Additional sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which helps create a tender cookie texture.
- Add Egg and Vanilla: Incorporate the egg and vanilla extract into the butter-sugar mixture, beating until the ingredients are fully combined and smooth.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until a soft, cohesive dough forms.
- Shape the Cookies: Roll the dough into balls approximately 1½ tablespoons each. Place them on the prepared baking sheet and gently flatten each ball into a disk shape.
- Add Pineapple Toppings: Place one pineapple ring on top of each dough disk, pressing down gently to secure it without flattening the dough too much.
- Sprinkle Sugar: Lightly sprinkle additional granulated sugar over the pineapple rings to add sparkle and enhance caramelization during baking.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 14 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are golden brown, indicating they are perfectly baked.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them set and prevents breakage.
Notes
- Ensure pineapple rings are well-drained and patted dry to prevent soggy cookies.
- Use fresh pineapple slices if preferred, but adjust moisture levels accordingly.
- Additional sugar sprinkled over pineapple helps caramelize and add a delightful texture contrast.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For a stronger vanilla flavor, use pure vanilla extract.
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