White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies

These White Chocolate Macadamia Nut cookies are loaded with creamy white chocolate chips and buttery, crunchy macadamia nuts—perfectly sweet, soft, and oh-so-addictive! One bite, and you’ll be hooked!

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Why You'll Love These Cookies

You’re going to love these White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies because they’re the perfect balance of sweet, creamy white chocolate and salty, crunchy macadamia nuts. Each bite is soft, buttery, and packed with texture—exactly what you crave in a homemade cookie!

They’re easy to whip up and make a great treat for cookie exchanges, special occasions, or just when you’re in the mood for something extra delicious. Trust me, these cookies are so good, you’ll have a hard time stopping at just one!

Ingredients

• Softened Butter: Creates a rich, tender texture in the cookies. If you’re out of butter, you can substitute with margarine, but the flavor might be slightly different.
• Sugar: Granulated sugar adds sweetness and helps the cookies spread. You can use coconut sugar for a more natural alternative, though the texture may vary slightly.
• Brown Sugar: Adds moisture and a subtle caramel flavor. You can substitute with white sugar, but you’ll miss out on that deep, rich taste.
• Eggs: Bind the ingredients together and help the cookies rise.
• Vanilla Extract: Enhances the cookie flavor with a sweet, warm aroma. If you're in a pinch, almond extract works as a substitute for a different twist.
• All-Purpose Flour: The base of the dough that gives the cookies structure. You can substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend if needed.
• Baking Soda: Helps the cookies rise and spread evenly. There’s no substitute, but make sure it’s fresh for best results.
• Salt: Balances the sweetness and enhances the flavor. If you’re using salted butter, you can reduce or skip the salt.
• White Chocolate Chips: Provide that sweet, creamy bite. If you prefer, you can substitute with white chocolate chunks or even milk chocolate chips for a different flavor.
• Chopped Macadamia Nuts: Give a delicious crunch and buttery flavor. You can swap them out for another nut like pecans or walnuts, but macadamias are the classic choice.

Directions

[Step 1] In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda and salt. Set aside.

[Step 2] Beat together the butter, sugar and brown sugar until fluffy. Add the eggs and vanilla and mix again. Gently stir in the white chocolate chips and nuts.

[Step 3] Use a 2 tablespoon cookie scoop to measure and drop the dough onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 10-12 minutes.

[Step 4] Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to rest on the baking sheet for 1 minute before transferring to a cooling rack.

Baking Tips & Tricks

• Use Room Temperature Butter: Softened butter blends better with the sugars and helps create a smooth dough for even baking.
• Chill the Dough: Refrigerating the cookie dough for at least 30 minutes before baking helps prevent spreading too much and results in thicker cookies.
• Don’t Overmix: When adding the dry ingredients, mix until just combined. Overmixing can lead to tough cookies.
• Add Extra Macadamia Nuts: For an extra crunch, consider adding a few more macadamia nuts than the recipe calls for—they'll give the cookies more texture.
• Use a Cookie Scoop: For evenly sized cookies that bake uniformly, use a cookie scoop to portion the dough.
• Check Oven Temperature: Oven temperatures can vary, so consider using an oven thermometer to make sure your cookies bake at the perfect temperature (around 350°F).
• Do Not Overbake: White chocolate macadamia nut cookies are best when they’re soft in the center. They’ll firm up as they cool, so pull them out when the edges are golden but the centers are still slightly soft.
• Add a Pinch of Sea Salt: A light sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top of the cookies before baking enhances the sweetness and brings out the buttery flavor.
• Store in an Airtight Container: To keep your cookies fresh and soft, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. You can also freeze the dough for later use!

More Cookie Recipes to try:

• Almond Joy Chocolate Chip Cookies
• S'mores Chocolate Chip Cookies
• Peanut Butter M&Ms Cookies
• Better than Costco Chocolate Chip Cookies

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