These White Chocolate and Macadamia Nut Cookies are a perfect blend of crunchy and creamy, making them an irresistible treat. Packed with chunks of rich white chocolate and buttery macadamia nuts, each cookie is a delightful experience. This recipe makes generously sized cookies that are ideal for enjoying with a warm cup of coffee or milk. While not low in calories, they are so delicious and satisfying that you won’t want to change a thing!
Why You'll Love This: These cookies are soft, chewy, and loaded with luxurious ingredients. They strike a perfect balance between the sweetness of white chocolate and the subtle, rich taste of macadamia nuts. Each bite is a mix of melting chocolate and crunchy nuts, making these cookies a decadent choice for any cookie lover. The added touch of coarse salt sprinkled on top enhances the flavors and adds a delightful contrast to the sweetness.
Perfect Occasion: These cookies are wonderful for a cozy evening at home, a festive gathering, or as a thoughtful homemade gift. They are perfect for baking in large batches during the holidays or as a special treat to share with friends and family during a weekend get-together.
Decoration Tips: Before baking, press a few extra pieces of white chocolate and macadamia nuts on top of each cookie for a bakery-style look. After baking, a light sprinkle of sea salt not only enhances the flavors but also adds a gourmet touch. If you’re feeling extra indulgent, drizzle melted white chocolate over the cooled cookies for an added layer of sweetness.
Ingredients:
- 130 grams of soft butter
- 200 grams of white flour
- 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
- 120 grams of dark brown sugar (half can be substituted with a sugar alternative for a slightly healthier option)
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 teaspoon of salt
- 75 grams of white chocolate chunks + 40 grams of white chocolate chips
- 45 grams of chopped macadamia nuts
- Coarse salt for sprinkling
Instructions:
- In a mixer, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the egg.
- Combine the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt, then slowly incorporate into the butter mixture until just blended. Stir in the white chocolate and nuts last to avoid overmixing.
- Form the dough into balls and chill overnight in the refrigerator or for an hour in the freezer to enhance the texture.
- Preheat the oven to 175°C (347°F). Place four dough balls per baking sheet, spaced well apart.
- Bake for 9-12 minutes or until the edges are just turning golden but the centers are still soft.
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle with coarse salt, and allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your indulgent White Chocolate and Macadamia Nut Cookies, a delightful treat that's sure to bring a smile to everyone’s face!
