Frosted Pineapple Cookies
Frosted Pineapple Cookies are light, moist cookies with the sweet tang of pineapple and a smooth vanilla frosting. Perfect for a tropical-inspired treat, they appeal to those who enjoy fruity desserts with a soft texture and a hint of sweetness, making them ideal for casual gatherings or everyday snacking.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Drain the crushed pineapple, reserving 3 tablespoons of juice.
- Set the pineapple aside and set the reserved juice aside for the frosting.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the shortening and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, beating well.
- Stir in the crushed pineapple.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before frosting.
- To make the frosting, mix the confectioners sugar with the reserved pineapple juice until smooth.
- Spread or pipe the frosting over cooled cookies.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
713
kcal
36% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).