Description
Delightful cookies with a tropical twist, featuring caramelized pineapple and cherries. Perfect for parties or sweet treats at home.
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup white sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- Cherries for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the creamed mixture.
- Fold in the crushed pineapple gently.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Press a cherry into the center of each cookie.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the cookies are golden brown.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
For added flavor, use fresh pineapple. You can also reduce the sugar for less sweetness or add nuts for a crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American