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Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies

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These Pineapple Upside-Down Cookies are mini tropical desserts that combine the flavors of the classic cake with the simplicity of cookies. Perfect for any occasion, they are buttery, chewy, and packed with caramelized pineapple goodness.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (for the cookie dough)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for the topping)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (for the topping)
  • 1 egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract (optional)
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
  • Maraschino cherries (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a small frying pan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the diced pineapple and 1/4 cup of brown sugar. Cook until the pineapple starts to caramelize (about 5 minutes). Set aside to cool.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream 1/2 cup of softened butter with 1/2 cup of granulated sugar and 1/4 cup of brown sugar using an electric mixer. Beat until fluffy.
  4. Mix in 1 egg, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon of coconut extract (if using).
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Gradually add this to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Scoop out tablespoons of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
  7. Flatten each ball of dough slightly, then spoon a bit of the caramelized pineapple onto each cookie. Press a maraschino cherry into the center of the pineapple topping, if desired.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

For best results, use ripe, juicy pineapple and avoid overmixing the dough. If the dough feels sticky, chill it in the fridge for 30 minutes before scooping.

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