Pineapple Upside Down Sugar Cookies Recipe
These Pineapple Upside Down Sugar Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic cake version. With a buttery cookie base, caramelized pineapple, and a maraschino cherry on top, they are a sweet treat perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Makes 13 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cookies:
- 1 cup butter, room temperature
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp. baking powder
- 1 tsp. cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp. salt
Topping:
- 13 canned pineapple slices
- 13 maraschino cherries
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare a mini round cake pan.
- Mix butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream together butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs and sour cream: Mix in eggs, vanilla extract, and sour cream until well combined.
- Incorporate dry ingredients: Stir in flour, baking powder, cornstarch, and salt until just combined to form the cookie dough.
- Prepare topping: In a separate bowl, combine melted butter and brown sugar.
- Layer the toppings: Spoon a tablespoon of the brown sugar mixture into each cavity of the pan. Add a pineapple slice and a cherry on top.
- Add cookie dough: Place a scoop of cookie dough on each pineapple slice and flatten gently.
- Bake: Bake for 25 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Cool for 10 minutes before flipping onto wax paper.
- Cool and store: Allow the cookies to cool completely before enjoying. Store in an airtight container for best freshness.
Notes
- For best results, use room temperature ingredients.
- Ensure the cookies are completely cooled before storing to maintain texture.
- Adjust baking time based on your oven for desired doneness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Pineapple Upside Down Sugar Cookies, Dessert, Cookies, Pineapple, Cherry, Baking
