Description

Soft and chewy Pineapple Cookies bursting with tropical flavor from crushed pineapple and optional shredded coconut. Naturally egg-free and easy to make gluten-free, these cookies are perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

1 cup crushed pineapple (drained, juice reserved)

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

3/4 cup cane sugar or coconut sugar

1 flax egg (1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 2.5 tbsp water)

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free all-purpose blend)

1/2 tsp baking soda

1/4 tsp salt

1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)

1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, mix flaxseed meal and water to make a flax egg. Let sit for 5 minutes to thicken.
Cream together the softened butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
Add the flax egg and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
Stir in the drained crushed pineapple until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and optional cinnamon.
Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in shredded coconut if using.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are lightly golden and centers are set.
Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Drain the pineapple thoroughly to prevent soggy cookies.

Add white chocolate chips for a creamy twist.

Use almond extract instead of vanilla for a different flavor profile.

Make sandwich cookies by adding pineapple jam or coconut cream between two cookies.

Store with a slice of bread to keep cookies soft longer.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 145
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 70mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 10mg