Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies
Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies are the ultimate indulgence, blending rich chocolate with crunchy macadamia nuts for a delightful treat. Each cookie is warm, gooey, and bursting with flavor, making them perfect for sharing with friends or enjoying solo. With minimal ingredients and simple steps, this recipe guarantees success every time. Bake a batch to create sweet memories and fill your home with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this mix to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and chopped macadamia nuts carefully.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden but centers remain soft. Cool on wire racks before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For variation, substitute macadamia nuts with walnuts or pecans. Experiment with different types of chocolate for added flavor.