Soft and Chewy Pineapple Cookies ππͺ
Overview:
Indulge in the delightful taste of Soft and Chewy Pineapple Cookies, a recipe passed down from generations. Bursting with tropical flavor, these cookies are perfect for dessert, snacks, or any time you crave a sweet treat. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and a cook time of 12 minutes, you’ll have a batch of these irresistible cookies ready to enjoy in no time!
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Servings: Approximately 5 dozen cookies
Ingredients:
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup shortening
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup crushed pineapple
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions:
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Prepare Pineapple Mixture:
- Stir vanilla extract into crushed pineapple and set aside.
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Cream Shortening and Sugars:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the shortening, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
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Incorporate Eggs:
- Beat in the eggs one at a time until well incorporated.
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Blend Pineapple Mixture:
- Add the prepared pineapple mixture to the creamed mixture and stir until well blended.
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Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder. Mix well to ensure even distribution of ingredients.
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Incorporate Flour Mixture:
- Gradually stir the flour mixture into the pineapple mixture until thoroughly combined. The dough should be smooth and slightly sticky.
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Form Cookie Dough:
- Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop the dough by spoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets, leaving some space between each cookie for spreading during baking.
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Bake:
- Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until they are golden brown around the edges and set in the center.
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Cool and Enjoy:
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, serve and enjoy the soft and chewy goodness of these pineapple-infused cookies!
Tips:
- For added crunch and flavor, consider adding chopped nuts to the cookie dough.
- Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, or freeze for longer storage.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 1148
- Fat: 44g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Cholesterol: 84.6mg
- Sodium: 694.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 177.4g
- Fiber: 3.6g
- Sugar: 99.3g
- Protein: 13.3g
Keywords:
Dessert, Lunch/Snacks, Cookie & Brownie, Pineapple, Tropical Fruits, Fruit, < 30 Mins, Oven
Indulge in the tropical paradise of flavors with these Soft and Chewy Pineapple Cookies! Whether you’re baking for yourself or sharing with loved ones, these cookies are sure to be a hit. Enjoy the taste of nostalgia with every bite of these delicious treats.