White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup white chocolate chips
• 1 cup macadamia nuts, chopped

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 10-12 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• Easy (1/5)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in the white chocolate chips and macadamia nuts.
7. Drop the dough by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned and the centers are set.
9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 150 per cookie
• Fat: 7g
• Saturated fat: 4.5g
• Cholesterol: 15mg
• Sodium: 150mg
• Carbohydrates: 21g
• Protein: 2g

Dish Characteristics:

• Chewy, soft texture
• Rich, buttery flavor
• Sweet and salty combination from the white chocolate and macadamia nuts
• Perfect for a dessert or snack

User Comments:

• "These cookies are heavenly! The white chocolate and macadamia nuts create the perfect balance of sweetness and crunch."
• "I love the chewy texture and buttery flavor of these cookies. They're perfect for a satisfying treat."
• "I've never had macadamia nuts in cookies before, but I was pleasantly surprised by how well they complement the white chocolate."
• "These cookies are easy to make and always turn out perfectly. They're a hit with my family and friends."
• "I highly recommend these cookies to anyone who loves white chocolate and macadamia nuts. You won't be disappointed!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Do not overmix the dough, as this will result in tough cookies.
• If you don't have white chocolate chips, you can use chopped white chocolate instead.
• To make the cookies even more decadent, you can drizzle them with melted white chocolate after they have cooled.