Seattle Macadamia Cookies

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 13
Delicious Seattle Macadamia Cookies recipe for your sweet cravings
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

32 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups sifted whole wheat flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/3 cups packed brown sugar
2/3 cup unsalted butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
3 squares unsweetened chocolate
3/4 cup halved macadamia nuts

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
222
Sugar
16g
Fat
14g
These Seattle Macadamia Cookies are a delicious twist on classic chocolate chip cookies. The combination of buttery macadamia nuts and unsweetened chocolate creates a sweet and savory flavor that’s hard to resist. With a slightly crispy outer layer and a soft, chewy center, these cookies will quickly become one of your favorite indulgences. This recipe yields about 2 dozen cookies, so there’s plenty to share with friends and family. Plus, they can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week!

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.Sift the whole wheat flour and baking soda into a bowl, and set aside.
3.Cream the brown sugar and butter until light and fluffy, then add salt, eggs, vanilla extract and espresso powder
4.Melt chocolate over a double-boiler and mix it with the sugar-butter mix.
5.Add the flour mixture slowly to the chocolate mix until completely incorporated.
6.Lastly, fold in the macadamia nuts.
7.Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto a cookie sheet.
8.Bake for 10-12 minutes.
9.Cool on racks.

PROS

These Seattle Macadamia Cookies are delicious and satisfying, with a perfect combination of sweetness and crunchiness.

They are easy and quick to make, perfect for an afternoon snack or to serve in a party.

CONS

These cookies are high in sugar and fat, so they should be consumed in moderation.

Also, the recipe requires unsweetened chocolate, which can be difficult to find in some stores.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Macadamia nuts are packed with nutrients, including healthy monounsaturated fat, protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals. Consuming macadamia nuts has been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease, lowering cholesterol levels and improving brain function. Plus, the whole wheat flour in this recipe adds fiber, which is important for overall digestive health.

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