The BEST Chewy White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies are so easy to make and will surely become a favorite! They freeze well and make great gifts, too!
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These White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies are making me all nostalgic about our trips to Hawaii over the years. And while I can’t be there right now (I wish!) I can eat these chewy, butter cookies on my front porch and dream.
These cookies are super easy to make, and they are seriously addicting. Like, be prepared to lose all self control and watch the batch disappear right before your eyes. I recommend sharing, or freezing some cookies to keep your jeans happy.
A few of these cookies with a hot cup of coffee is pretty much the perfect afternoon treat! Even my kids said these were the best cookies ever. They were a little upset that my husband felt the same way… Oops!
The saltiness from the nuts, along with the chewy buttery cookie, and sweet white chocolate chips is almost as dreamy as a Hawaiian vacation. I know it’s just the end of summer, but I’m already planning to make these for my Christmas cookie trays/gifts! Don’t hate me for bringing up Christmas this early…I just can’t help myself. Enjoy!
Cindie says
These are the best cookies ever .. I use the recipe for regular chocolate chip cookies also .. perfect
Jan says
Can you use dairy free butter? I have a gluten free, dairy free friend
Thanks! Sound delicious, her favorite cookie
Stephanie Brubaker says
I’m sorry to say, I have no experience baking with dairy free butter. I would love to hear how it turned out if you tried it!
Shana Elizabeth says
I don’t see in the recipe how long to refrigerate the dough, looking forward to making these though!!
Stephanie Brubaker says
This recipe doesn’t not require the dough to be chilled. If you like a thicker cookie, or you just want to make the dough in advance, feel free to chill 🙂
Emmeline Steward says
The best cookies I have had in my whole entire life…without a doubt.
Phyllis Godley says
Can these cookies be frozen in dough form or after they’ve baked and cooled? Thanks!
Stephanie Brubaker says
They freeze beautifully both ways! enjoy 🙂
A.b says
Well this recipe is amazing in my opinion fool proof I have only made cookies two times and these are the best ones, I could have had them in for a shorter period of time but other then that you can not really go wrong.🙌🏻
Ashlee says
Do you think I can use dry roasted macadamia nuts and they still turn out good?
Stephanie Brubaker says
I think if you enjoy eating them, you will like them in the cookies. Should be just fine 🙂
Nancy Zhou says
This is my first time making, do you think can I use raw macadamia ?
Val says
Thank you so much for the recipe! I made these last night. I altered the macadamia nut with sliced almonds and 1 tsp of almond extract and 1 tsp of vanilla extract. They are perfect! Brought them to share at work, they were a hit!
Keely says
Can you use can’t believe it’s not butter?
Stephanie Brubaker says
No, this recipe works best with real butter. I wish there were a way to make them healthy, haha 😉
Diana says
Do you use melted butter or softened?
Stephanie Brubaker says
Softened. Enjoy, Diana!
Stefanie says
I’ve made these cookies three time now. The first time, I think I forgot to add 1/2 tsp of baking soda, so they came our flat. The second time they were perfect, and then they were a bit flat again the last time, but I know the last time all of my measurements were right. Any ideas as to why they made have turned out thin?
This is a delicious recipe!!!
Stephanie Brubaker says
Your dough may have needed longer fridge time. Or if the dough was especially sticky, you may have needed a bit extra flour. When there is more moisture in the air, or if the dough gets warm, extra flour will keep them from getting flat 🙂
Petra Cripe says
Maybe your baking soda was old, you can test it b4 using by putting some in a cup & a drop of vinegar; if it bubbles it’s still good!
Shelby says
Could be your baking soda is old and lost its use. Try a new box.
Samantha says
I always mess up macadamia nut cookies but these came out amazing!!!
Kassia Lueck says
I have made several new recipes this Christmas, this being one of them. I’ve NEVER posted a comment before but several of my new adventures have just been disgusting but these were not one of them. These cookies were absolutely AMAZING and if you want a great macadamia nut cookies,this is your recipe. The only change I made was I used white chocolate chips.
Aizza Hollander says
Hi, I made these delicious cookies tonight and I noticed thafter they cooled that the cookies tasted a bit dry. I followed the recipe exactly. Has this happened to you?
Stephanie Brubaker says
It sounds like they were a bit over baked. I would try cooking them a minute or two less next time.
Anita says
What’s the purpose of using corn starch? I never used that before in any cookie recipe.
Stephanie Brubaker says
It keeps the cookies soft for dayyyss! 🙂 Enjoy!
Nikki says
This may be a silly question but, do you use salted or unsalted macadamia nuts? I’m at Trader Joes and they have both. I’m not sure which ones to get.
Stephanie Brubaker says
Either one is fine. I use salted because that’s what I buy to snack on anyway 🙂
Rochelle says
Hello Stephanie! If I make the dough ahead of time and refrigerate it overnight, do you think Ill still get the best texture?
Stephanie Brubaker says
Hi Rochelle! They will probably be a bit chewier but should still be wonderful. These are my hubby’s favorite 🙂
Judy says
I tried this recipe at Christmas and sent to my daughter. She didn’t get them till a week later and she said they were Ahhh-mazing! I agree. I baked some less and some more so I could try the soft version and the crunchy version, both were good. But I think the softer ones keep longer.. if there is such a thing! Make sure you use the genuine White chocolate (ghiradelly is great) and good quality mac nuts! Thanks again!
Lorena says
These recipe by far is the best! I did half to give it a try and they were delicious! For sure I will do more for new years 💃
Angie | Big Bear's Wife says
White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies are literally one of my favorites! I use to eat them all the time when I was little! We use to go to Subway after church almost every Sunday and I always got one when we were there!! haha
I love them!
Kelly @ Nosh and Nourish says
I want to eat my computer screen. Seriously… these look AH-MAZING. And I need three… as soon as possible 🙂
Debra A Attinella says
These cookies would make a great after school snack!
Cookin Canuck says
White chocolate with macadamias is always a surefire winner at my house. I need to make these cookies for my family!
Jen @ The Weary Chef says
I am so obsessed with macadamia nuts! These look awesome!
Sharon @ What The Fork Food Blog says
One of my favorite cookies! I just bought a big bag of raw macadamia nuts – cookies it is!
Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says
I LOVE white chocolate macadamia nut cookies and these look perfect!
christine says
You are the second person to bring up Christmas today! ACK! I can barely think halloween never mind christmas. But these cookies sound bomb!
Brandy | Nutmeg Nanny says
White chocolate macadamia nut cookies are by far my absolute favorite! Cannot wait to try this recipe!
Faith (An Edible Mosaic) says
Ooooh, I could go for one of these right now! This is my mom’s #1 favorite cookie and I think I need to make it for her next time she comes down for a visit!
Des @ Life's Ambrosia says
I love white chocolate macadamia nut cookies! These look wonderful!
Florentina says
I love macadamias and these cookies look amazing!