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A Fun Twist on a Classic Dessert Recipe

A Fun Twist on a Classic Dessert Recipe


  • Author: lina
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Makes about 12 cookies
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic dessert, featuring a soft, buttery cookie base topped with caramelized brown sugar, tropical pineapple pieces, and sweet maraschino cherries. Perfect for a fun and flavorful treat!


Ingredients

Cookies:

  • Unsalted Butter (½ cup, softened)
  • Granulated Sugar (¾ cup)
  • Large Egg (1)
  • Vanilla Extract (1 tsp)
  • All-Purpose Flour (1 ¼ cups)
  • Baking Powder (½ tsp)
  • Salt (¼ tsp)

Topping:

  • Brown Sugar (½ cup)
  • Melted Butter (2 tbsp)
  • Pineapple Rings (1 small can, cut into smaller pieces)
  • Maraschino Cherries (halved)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cookie Dough Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet. Cream butter and sugar, add egg and vanilla. Combine dry ingredients, then mix into wet mixture.
  2. Prepare the Topping Mix melted butter and brown sugar. Spoon onto baking sheet.
  3. Assemble the Cookies Place pineapple and cherry on brown sugar base, top with cookie dough.
  4. Bake the Cookies Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden. Cool before transferring.
  5. Serve and Enjoy Flip cookies upside-down and enjoy!
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies, Dessert, Cookie Recipe, Pineapple Cherry Treat