Description
Pineapple Upside Sugar Cookies are a tropical twist on a classic delight, featuring a soft, buttery texture and sweet pineapple flavor. Perfect for summer parties or everyday indulgence, these cookies are sure to impress guests and satisfy cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1 tablespoon pineapple juice (for glaze)
Instructions
- Cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually add in the flour, baking powder, and salt. Fold in the crushed pineapple and vanilla extract.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Shape the cookie dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
- Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Glaze with a mixture of powdered sugar and pineapple juice.
Notes
- To maintain freshness, store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- Freeze cookie dough for up to 3 months; thaw in the refrigerator overnight before baking.
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150 Kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg