Indulge in the sweet and nutty combination of white chocolate and macadamia nuts with these irresistible cookies. They are chewy, buttery, and loaded with chunks of white chocolate and crunchy macadamia nuts. This recipe is quick and simple, making it perfect for any occasion. Enjoy these delightful treats with a glass of cold milk or serve them at parties for a crowd-pleasing dessert. Give in to your cravings and bake a batch of these delectable White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies today!
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips
- 1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped macadamia nuts
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the white chocolate chips and chopped macadamia nuts.
- Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy these delightful White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies with a glass of cold milk or store them in an airtight container for later indulgence.
Interesting Facts
The combination of white chocolate and macadamia nuts was popularized in the 1990s.
White chocolate is technically not considered as real chocolate since it doesn't contain cocoa solids.
Macadamia nuts are native to Australia and were introduced to Hawaii in the late 19th century.
Macadamia nuts are nutrient-dense and provide a good source of healthy fats, protein, and fiber.