11/04/2025
Pineapple Upside Sugar Cookies
Ingredients:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
12 pineapple rings, well-drained
12 maraschino cherries, drained and patted dry
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup unsalted butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in 1 large egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the butter mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Take small scoops of dough and flatten each into a round base on the prepared baking sheet.
Press a drained pineapple ring gently on top of each dough round, followed by placing 1 maraschino cherry in the center.
Sprinkle the tops generously with sweetened shredded coconut for added flavor and texture.
Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges.
Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve fresh and enjoy these tropical-inspired pineapple upside sugar cookies with a touch of coconut crunch.
