These white chocolate macadamia nut cookies have the perfect crisp and crunch. They are pretty rich, so have a glass of milk handy!
White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies
Every month I visit some friends from church. I like to bring treats. Probably because I like to receive treats. So I ask the people I visit what kinds of treats they love. The husband of one of my friends made it pretty clear (straight out told me) that he loved white chocolate macadamia nut cookies. I tried to convince him that chocolate chip cookies were my specialty. But he wasn’t having it.
The big problem? I had never made these type of cookies…. what’s a girl to do? I searched until I found a recipe that looked good. I whipped a batch up and thank heavens my friend’s husband said “These are the best cookies I’ve ever had!” And then said it a few times more. Whether or not he was just trying to be appreciative and exaggerate his gratitude, I was glad he liked them and that I found a keeper for my recipe box.
White chocolate reminds me of my mom because she liked it when I was growing up. I didn’t know until way later on that it wasn’t even really “chocolate.” It doesn’t have cocoa solids like milk chocolate does. I think it’s really sweet and don’t like it plain. But it goes perfectly with these cookies.
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Macadamia Nut Cookies
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 eggs
- 2½ cups all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoons baking soda
- 10 ounces white chocolate (chips or bars cut in chunks- I used and love Ghiradelli's)
- 1 cup macadamia nuts, chopped into chunks
- Heat oven to 375 F.
- In large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla, and salt with electric mixer until creamy.
- Add eggs, beat well.
- Stir together flour, and the baking soda; gradually add to butter mixture,beating until well blended. Stir in white chocolate chips and macadamia nuts.
- Drop by rounded teaspoons onto ungreased cookie sheet.
- Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until set. (I set mine for 9 mins)
- Cool slightly, remove from cookie sheet to wire rack to cool completely.
I look forward to trying these Macadamia Cookies. I tried another recipe Years ago and it didn’t turn out. I Love Macadamia Cookies and I haven’t found another recipe to try. Sure Hope these turn out.
These are my hubby’s fave cookies and it is his birthday next Monday! Definitely pinning these little guys. Thanks for sharing Mique!
Is it okay to use parchment paper since you recommend not greasing the pan?
Hi Carol – sure. Parchment paper is a great idea. I use it all the time.
These are my favorite types of cookies, but I’ve never actually tried to make them. I guess I don’t have any excuse now :)
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I love this post – and these cookies look so so good. My favorite combo! Thanks for sharing!
Yum! These are my favorite cookies from Subway and I haven’t been able to find a suitable duplicate but this looks promising! Thank you for posting!
This is my favorite cookie as well, but I’ve never tried to make them. This may just be my sign to give it a try. Chocolate chip are my specialty as well.
I think the universe is trying to tell you something Emily- make these cookies! ;) They really are so good and easy to make too. About as much work as chocolate chip cookies (although they are pricier with macadamia nuts and white chocolate). If you try them out let me know what you think.