Time-Out Macadamia Cookies
Deliciously rich macadamia cookies with white chocolate chunks, offering a buttery, nutty flavor perfect for satisfying sweet cravings or sharing at gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened ⓘ
- 1/2 cup vegetable shortening ⓘ
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, firmly packed ⓘ
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg ⓘ
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract ⓘ
- 2 cups all-purpose flour ⓘ
- 1 teaspoon baking soda ⓘ
- 1/2 teaspoon salt ⓘ
- 1 6-ounce package white baking chocolate, cut into chunks ⓘ
- 1 7-ounce jar macadamia nuts, coarsely chopped ⓘ
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, vegetable shortening, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture; beat until smooth.
- In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture; stir until a soft dough forms.
- Stir in the white baking chocolate chunks and coarsely chopped macadamia nuts.
- Drop teaspoonfuls of dough onto an ungreased baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly browned.
- Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool.
- Store in an airtight container.
Tips & Substitutions
For a richer flavor, consider using European-style butter, which has a higher fat content. If you don't have macadamia nuts, pecans or walnuts can be a great substitute. You can also experiment with dark or milk chocolate instead of white chocolate for a different taste. Ensure your butter is at room temperature for easier creaming.
Serving Suggestions
These Time-Out Macadamia Cookies are perfect with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee. You can also serve them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent dessert. They pair beautifully with Alice'S Jello Cookies for a delightful treat platter.
Storage & Reheating
Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. For longer storage, consider freezing them. To reheat, place cookies on a baking sheet at 350°F for about 5 minutes to restore their chewy texture.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Time-Out Macadamia Cookies contains roughly 1002 calories, with 15g protein, 142g carbohydrates, and 29g fat. It is an excellent source of iron (36% of the Daily Value) and protein (30% of the Daily Value), and a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 2354mg per serving (102% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make these cookies ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the dough in advance and refrigerate it for up to 3 days before baking. This will also enhance the flavors. Just let the dough sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before scooping and baking.
What can I use if I don't have vegetable shortening?
If you don’t have vegetable shortening, you can substitute it with an equal amount of butter or margarine. This will give your cookies a slightly different texture but will still result in delicious cookies.
How do I know when the cookies are done baking?
The cookies are done when they are lightly browned around the edges but still soft in the center. They will continue to firm up as they cool, so it's okay if they seem a bit underbaked when you take them out of the oven.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).