Pineapple Upside Sugar Cookies
Pineapple Upside Sugar Cookies are buttery, tender sugar cookies with a subtle tropical twist from crushed pineapple. These soft, chewy treats are easy to make and perfect for sharing, bringing a bright and delightful flavor to a classic favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
- Total Time: About 22 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies
- Category: Cookies, Dessert, Snack
- Method: Mixing, baking
- Cuisine: American, Tropical-inspired
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
About 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour (adjust as needed)
Crushed or finely chopped pineapple pieces (drained)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
Gradually add flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Fold in crushed pineapple pieces.
Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
Cool on baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Add cinnamon or nutmeg for warm spice notes.
Drizzle with glaze or dust with powdered sugar for extra sweetness.
Mix in shredded coconut for tropical texture.
Substitute some liquid with pineapple juice for enhanced flavor.
Press pineapple chunks or maraschino cherries on top before baking for decoration.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: Approx. 120 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
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