Marie B’s Coconut Macadamia Nut Cookies
๐ Cook Time: 10 minutes
๐ Prep Time: 10 minutes
๐ Total Time: 20 minutes
๐ Description: This delightful recipe, originally shared by Marie B. of PA in the local newspaper, quickly became a cherished addition to my annual Christmas baking tradition. With a perfect balance of coconut sweetness and the rich crunch of macadamia nuts, these cookies are a must-have during the holiday season.
Recipe Category: Dessert
Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, Coconut, Fruit, Nuts, Christmas, Savory, Mixer, < 30 Mins, Oven, Small Appliance
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Butter |
| 1 | Brown sugar |
| 1/2 | Sugar |
| 1 | Egg |
| 2 1/4 | Flour |
| 1 | Baking soda |
| 1 | Flaked coconut |
| 1 | Macadamia nuts |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 91.8
- Fat Content: 5.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 12.7mg
- Sodium Content: 53.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 10.5g
- Fiber Content: 0.4g
- Sugar Content: 6.4g
- Protein Content: 0.9g
Yield: 55 cookies
๐ Recipe Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the butter, brown sugar, white sugar, and egg. Mix until creamy and well blended.
- Stir in the flour and baking soda until a stiff dough forms.
- Fold in the flaked coconut and chopped macadamia nuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie as they will spread during baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 8 to 10 minutes. The centers should still be slightly soft when you remove them from the oven.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
These Coconut Macadamia Nut Cookies are the perfect treat to share with friends and family during the holiday season or any time you’re craving a deliciously sweet and nutty snack. Enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and textures in every bite!
