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Pineapple Cookie Cups

A delightful combination of warm cookies and tropical pineapple, these easy-to-make cookie cups are perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings or impressing guests with creative desserts.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cookie dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained Make sure to drain well to avoid sogginess.
For the toppings
  • to taste frosting or fillings (cream cheese frosting, whipped cream, or vanilla ice cream) Can customize with fruits, nuts, or toasted coconut.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, making sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the butter mixture, mixing just until combined.
  5. Gently fold in the drained crushed pineapple.
Baking
  1. Using a cookie scoop or a tablespoon, drop dollops of dough into a greased muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
  2. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  3. Allow the cookie cups to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Assembly
  1. Once cooled, fill the cookie cups with your favorite frosting or toppings.

Notes

Be sure to drain the crushed pineapple well to prevent soggy cookie cups. Customize the toppings with fruits, nuts, or other sweets to make them your own.