Description
Soft and chewy cookies bursting with sweet pineapple flavor — a tropical twist on a classic treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, well drained
- Optional: 1/2 cup shredded coconut or chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined.
- Fold in the drained crushed pineapple (and optional add-ins like coconut or nuts).
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Make sure to drain the crushed pineapple well to avoid excess moisture in the dough.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
- Add a glaze of powdered sugar and pineapple juice for extra sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: pineapple cookies, tropical cookies, fruit dessert, soft cookies, easy baking