Description
Rich, buttery shortbread cookies studded with crunchy macadamia nuts, perfect for gifting or indulging.
Ingredients
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until the dough begins to come together.
5. Stir in the chopped macadamia nuts evenly throughout the dough.
6. Divide the dough in half, shape each half into a log about 1.5 inches in diameter, and wrap in plastic wrap.
7. Refrigerate the dough logs for at least 1 hour, or until firm.
8. Slice the chilled dough into 1/4-inch thick rounds and place them on the prepared baking sheet about 1 inch apart.
9. Bake for 14–16 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn golden.
10. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For extra flavor, toast the macadamia nuts lightly before adding them to the dough.
You can drizzle melted white chocolate over the cooled cookies for an elegant touch.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: shortbread, cookies, macadamia, holiday, buttery