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Ultimate Soft and Chewy White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies

A stack of four gooey white chocolate macadamia nut cookies resting on a small white plate.
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Bake bakery-style white chocolate macadamia nut cookies with soft centers and slightly crisp edges. This simple recipe delivers indulgent, buttery flavor that works for everyday treats or holiday baking.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 large egg yolk (for extra chewiness)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips
  • 1 cup chopped macadamia nuts

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the whole egg, extra egg yolk, and vanilla extract until just combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just incorporated. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the white chocolate chips and chopped macadamia nuts.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown and the centers look slightly underdone.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. For the best texture, eat them slightly warm.

Notes

  • For a deeper flavor, brown the butter before using it in the recipe. Cool the browned butter slightly before creaming it with the sugars.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to help the cookies hold their shape and improve chewiness.
  • Press a few extra white chocolate chips and macadamia nut pieces onto the tops of the dough balls before baking for a more attractive, loaded look.

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