Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl.

Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla and mix well.

Gradually add dry ingredients and milk, mixing until a soft dough forms.

Mix melted butter and brown sugar. Spoon small circles onto parchment.

Place pineapple pieces and cherries on caramel circles.

Scoop dough over fruit and flatten slightly.

Bake 13–15 minutes until lightly golden. Cool 5 minutes then invert onto rack.