Description
These Christmas Pineapple Upside-Down Sugar Cookies are a delightful twist on a classic treat, with a tropical flair perfect for the holiday season. Soft, buttery cookies topped with sweet pineapple and cherries, they are sure to be a hit at any festive gathering.
Ingredients
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Cookies:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Topping:
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple (well-drained)
- 1/4 cup maraschino cherries (chopped)
- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar (for topping)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare the muffin tin: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
- Prepare the topping: In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup brown sugar and melted butter. Spoon a teaspoon into each muffin cup, add crushed pineapple, and cherries.
- Make the cookie dough: Cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Add egg and vanilla. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients.
- Assemble and bake: Scoop cookie dough into each cup, press down gently. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden. Cool, then invert onto a wire rack.
Notes
- Ensure the crushed pineapple is well-drained for the best texture.
- Garnish with festive sprinkles for a holiday touch!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
