Introducing the delightful “Macadamia Nut White Chip Pumpkin Cookies,” a heavenly creation that seamlessly marries the rich essence of cardamom with the warm embrace of cinnamon, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. 🍪✨
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 11 minutes
Total Time: 26 minutes
Description:
Embark on a culinary journey with these Macadamia Nut White Chip Pumpkin Cookies, a recipe that sparked intrigue and culinary creativity. The original instructions called for cardamom, but fear not if your spice cabinet lacks this exotic gem; a harmonious blend of 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg and 1/4 teaspoon ginger flawlessly steps in, imparting a sensational twist to the traditional. Dare I say, the result is nothing short of a masterpiece! Should the day come when your budget allows for the luxury of cardamom, by all means, savor the recipe in its unadulterated glory. 😅
Recipe Category: Drop Cookies
Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Fruit, Nuts, < 30 Mins, Oven
Nutritional Information (Per Serving – 1 Cookie):
- Calories: 165.6
- Fat: 10.2g
- Saturated Fat: 5.4g
- Cholesterol: 20.7mg
- Sodium: 91.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 17.4g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Sugar: 11.5g
- Protein: 1.7g
Aggregated Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
Review Count: 16
Ingredients:
- 2 cups flour
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon cardamom (or substitute with 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg + 1/4 teaspoon ginger)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup solid pack pumpkin
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 cups white chocolate chips
- 2 cups macadamia nuts
Yield: 36-42 cookies (because who can resist just one?)
Instructions:
- In a small bowl, combine the flour, cinnamon, cardamom (or nutmeg and ginger substitute), and baking soda.
- In a large bowl, embark on a journey of creaminess by beating together the butter and sugars until they achieve the epitome of perfection.
- Incorporate the pumpkin, egg, and vanilla into this velvety concoction, ensuring a harmonious blend that will be the foundation of your cookie masterpiece. Gradually introduce the flour mixture, stirring until a celestial dough forms.
- Elevate your creation by gently folding in the white chocolate chips and the pièce de résistance – the macadamia nuts. 🌰
- Armed with rounded tablespoons of dough, embark on a sweet symphony as you drop them onto a greased baking sheet. Gently flatten each with either the back of a spoon or the sugared bottom of a glass – anointing each cookie with the promise of sugary delight.
- The stage is set, and the oven preheated to 350°F. Let the baking commence! Slide your pan into this heated haven for a mere 11-14 minutes, allowing the alchemy of heat to transform your doughy orbs into golden perfection.
- As the intoxicating aroma wafts through your kitchen, resist not, but cool your creations for a brief 2 minutes. Then, with a gentleness befitting a patissier, transfer your cookies to a wire rack, letting them cool completely.
In every bite, savor the love and creativity that went into crafting these Macadamia Nut White Chip Pumpkin Cookies. Share them with friends, family, or simply indulge in a moment of self-love – for these cookies are not just baked; they are an experience, a journey into the realms of sweetness and spice that will linger on your palate and in your memories. Happy baking! 🌈🍪✨
