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These cream cheese-style pineapple cookies are pillowy soft with a doughy texture and small pops of sweet pineapple throughout.
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Table of Contents
  1. Pineapple Cookies Ingredients
  2. Substitutions And Additions
  3. How To Make This Pineapple Cookies Recipe
  4. How To Serve
  5. Storage
  6. Frequently Asked Questions
  7. More Recipes You’ll Love
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These golden pineapple cookies have a soft, chewy center with pineapple pieces throughout and a sweet pineapple glaze on top. The pineapple flavor adds a hint of tropical sweetness that is sure to please any palate.

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Pineapple Cookies Ingredients

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Pineapple cookies are a delightfully sweet treat, combining the crunch of a cookie with the pineapple’s tangy tartness. The pineapple pieces throughout give these cookies an extra special burst of flavor in each bite. 

Pineapple adds a unique sweetness that pairs perfectly with the buttery richness of the cookie dough. These pineapple cookies are sure to please even the most discerning sweet tooth! 

You’ll need:

  • ½ cup of salted butter, softened  
  • 4 ounces of cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup of granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 2 cups of all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon of baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon of salt
  • ¾ cup of crushed pineapple, drained (reserve juice)
  • 1 cup of powdered sugar
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons of reserved pineapple juice

PRO TIP:

You can add up to 1 cup of drained crushed pineapple to the cookie dough. Adding more than that may change the consistency of the dough by adding too much moisture.

Substitutions And Additions

VANILLA EXTRACT: For a more pronounced pineapple flavor, substitute pineapple extract for the vanilla extract in the cookie dough. Pineapple extract can be found in cake/candy supply stores if not available at the supermarket. 

FRUIT: Substitute some of the pineapple pieces with dried cranberries, cherries, or apricots for a different flavor. 

MIX-INS: If you’re feeling daring, add chopped nuts or mini chocolate chips to make pineapple cookies extra special.

How To Make This Pineapple Cookies Recipe

Making Hawaiian pineapple cookies is easy! In a large bowl, mix together the wet and dry ingredients following the instructions below.

Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop tablespoons of pineapple cookie dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden brown. Let the pineapple cookies cool before serving. Happy baking!

STEP ONE: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper. 

STEP TWO: In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and cream cheese together with an electric mixer until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes on medium speed). Add sugar and cream together for a minute more.

STEP THREE: Add the vanilla extract and egg to the creamed mixture; beat until combined. Use a rubber spatula to scrape the sides of the mixing bowl.

vanilla and egg combined together

STEP FOUR: Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.

STEP FIVE: With the mixer running on low speed, add the dry ingredients to the creamed ingredients a bit at a time until fully incorporated.

flour mixture added to the creamed ingredients

STEP SIX: Add in the drained pineapple and mix until evenly combined.

STEP SEVEN: Use a 2-tablespoon cookie dough scoop to scoop balls of dough. Place them 2 inches apart on a parchment-lined sheet pan. 

STEP EIGHT: To make smoother cookies, chill the scooped dough balls in the freezer for 5 to 10 minutes and then roll them quickly in your hands to form a smooth ball. You can alternately bake the dropped scoops of cookies. They will bake the same; they will just be slightly lumpier.

OUR RECIPE DEVELOPER SAYS

The dough is very soft and sticky but does not necessarily need to be chilled to bake properly. Chilling the dough makes it easier to roll the dough into smooth balls. You can also dip your hands in water to prevent the dough from sticking. Or simply drop the dough by the spoonful onto the cookie sheet and bake it as is.

dough balls chilled in a freezer

STEP NINE: Bake cookies for 10 to 12 minutes until the dough has puffed and appears matte (not wet) across the surface and the bottom edges are just beginning to brown.

PRO TIP:

Oven temperatures vary and may need to be recalibrated periodically to ensure they are accurate. Make sure to check your cookies at the lower end of the recommended baking time.

STEP TEN: Transfer cookies to a wire rack and let them cool. 

STEP ELEVEN: Whisk together the powdered sugar and enough pineapple juice in a small bowl to form a glaze of desired drizzling consistency. Drizzle the glaze over the tops of the cookies or dip the top of each cookie into the glaze.

glaze drizzled on top of the cookies

STEP TWELVE: Allow the glaze 15 minutes to set on top of the cookies. Serve.

How To Serve

Pineapple drop cookies are best served with a tall glass of cold milk. You can also pair pineapple cookies with hot tea, coffee, or a coconut milk latte for an even more decadent treat. 

For a more indulgent experience, try pineapple cookies topped with vanilla ice cream and warm caramel sauce. No matter how you serve pineapple cookies, they will surely be a hit! 

Our blueberry cheesecake cookies and lemon raspberry cookies are two more cookie recipes bursting with juicy fruit.

Storage

IN THE FRIDGE: Store these delicious cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

IN THE FREEZER: Freeze the cookies for up to 3 months. Store in an airtight container that is labeled with the use-by date. Allow the cookies to thaw on the counter before serving.

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Whether you’re baking these delectable cookies for friends and family or just for yourself, pineapple cookies will add a special touch of sweetness and tropical flavor with the pineapple’s unique flavor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can pineapple cookies be made ahead of time?

Pineapple cookies can be made up to two days in advance and stored in an airtight container at room temperature. Alternatively, pineapple cookies can be frozen for up to three months. Thaw pineapple cookies at room temperature before serving.

Is pineapple juice necessary for pineapple cookies?

Pineapple juice is essential to create the pineapple flavor in the cookies. If pineapple juice is not available, substitute it with pineapple puree or crushed pineapple.

What is the best way to store pineapple cookies?

Pineapple cookies should be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days. For longer storage, pineapple cookies can be frozen in a resealable bag or airtight container for up to three months.

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Pineapple Cookies

5 from 18 votes
These cream cheese-style pineapple cookies are pillowy soft with a doughy texture and small pops of sweet pineapple throughout.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 24

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup salted butter, softened
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup crushed pineapple, drained (reserve juice)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons reserved pineapple juice

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and cream cheese together until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes on medium speed). Add sugar and cream together for a minute more.
  • Add the vanilla extract and egg; beat until combined. Use a rubber spatula to scrape the sides of the mixing bowl.
  • Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
  • With the mixer running on low speed, add the flour mixture to the creamed ingredients a bit at a time until fully incorporated.
  • Add in the drained pineapple and mix until evenly combined.
  • Use a 2-tablespoon cookie dough scoop to scoop balls of dough. Place them 2 inches apart on a parchment-lined sheet pan.
  • To make smoother cookies, chill the scooped dough balls in the freezer for 5-10 minutes and then roll them quickly in the palms of your hands to form a smooth ball. You can alternately bake the dropped scoops of cookies. They will bake the same; they will just be slightly lumpier.
  • Bake cookies for 10 to 12 minutes until the dough has puffed and appears matte (not wet) across the surface and the bottom edges are just beginning to brown.
  • Transfer cookies to a cooling rack and let them cool.
  • Whisk together the powdered sugar and enough pineapple juice to form a glaze of desired drizzling consistency. Drizzle the glaze over the cookies or dip the top of each cookie into the glaze.
  • Allow the glaze 15 minutes to set on top of the cookies. Serve.

Notes

  • You can add up to 1 cup of drained crushed pineapple to the cookie dough. Adding more than that may change the consistency of the dough by adding too much moisture.
  • The dough is very soft and sticky but does not necessarily need to be chilled to bake properly. Chilling the dough makes it easier to roll the dough into smooth balls. You can also dip your hands in water to prevent the dough from sticking. Or simply drop the dough by the spoonful onto the cookie sheet and bake it as is.
  • Oven temperatures vary and may need to be recalibrated periodically to ensure they are accurate. Make sure to check your cookies at the lower end of the recommended baking time.

Nutrition

Calories: 148kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 97mg | Potassium: 49mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 197IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg
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  1. Mrs. Chloe J Chatfield-Joiner says

    5 stars
    As the school year comes to a close, it seems as though that this and several other recipes are needed this year. I am the GrandMere of eight, so this is simple
    Thanks

  2. Sarah A Boersen says

    5 stars
    I’m thinking of trying to use grilled pineapple as an added twist. It looks like an amazing recipe!

  3. Kim Carmichael says

    5 stars
    I just had to try this recipe my NaNa used to make a pineapple cookie, and i remember them when i went to her house she always had these for us kids, but when she passed we never found a recipe, I have searched for the last 12 years for one that was like hers and this one was amazing, we all agreed the first thing that came to mind was my NaNa. Thank you so much Kim Carmichael

  4. Audrey says

    I made these from the cookbook. They are so good. Eat them fresh out of the oven is the best.

  5. Lisa Tozzi says

    5 stars
    Love pineapple and not many cookie recipes for these.types of delicious cookies! Making pina coladas to go with these!!

  6. Pamela Howell says

    5 stars
    THESE SOUND DELICIOUS. WILL BE MAKING THEM SOON. I ALWAYS LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOUR RECIPES IN MY EMAIL. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK, Y’ALL 💖

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