Description

These Pineapple Cookies are a delightful tropical treat, combining the sweetness of crushed pineapple with the rich flavor of brown sugar and buttery dough. Soft and moist with a hint of vanilla and a crunchy pecan twist, these cookies are perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying with a cup of tea.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
1 cup brown sugar
1 large egg (room temperature)
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 8-ounce can crushed pineapple (thoroughly drained)

Dry Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 pinch salt

Optional

1/2 cup chopped pecans
Vanilla icing (for decorating)

Instructions

Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F and grease two cookie sheets to prepare for baking.
Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for the dough.
Add egg and flavorings: Incorporate the large egg, then stir in the vanilla extract and thoroughly drained crushed pineapple, ensuring the mixture is well combined.
Whisk dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and a pinch of salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents.
Combine wet and dry: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing.
Add pecans (optional): Fold in the chopped pecans gently if using, to introduce a crunchy texture.
Form cookies: Drop rounded spoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared cookie sheets, spacing them adequately to allow for spreading.
Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and set.
Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes to firm up before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Decorate (optional): Once fully cooled, drizzle with vanilla icing if desired, then serve and enjoy.

Notes

Ensure the pineapple is thoroughly drained to prevent excess moisture from making the cookies soggy.
Using room temperature eggs helps create a smooth and even batter.
For a nut-free version, simply omit the pecans.
Vanilla icing adds sweetness and decorative appeal but can be skipped for a more natural flavor.
Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 3 days.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: pineapple cookies, tropical cookies, soft cookies, pineapple dessert, pecan cookies, vanilla cookies