Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chopped white chocolate
- 1 cup chopped macadamia nuts
Preparation Time:
20 minutes
Cooking Time:
10-12 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Stir in the white chocolate and macadamia nuts.
- Scoop the dough into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
Per cookie (8 cookies per recipe):
* Calories: 300
* Fat: 15g
* Carbohydrates: 40g
* Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Chewy and gooey
- Rich and flavorful
- Perfect for dessert or a snack
User Comments:
- "These cookies are absolutely delicious! The perfect balance of sweet and salty."
- "I love that these cookies are made with white chocolate instead of semisweet. It gives them a unique and delicious flavor."
- "These cookies are so easy to make and always a hit with my friends and family."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use unsalted butter so that the cookies are not too salty.
- If you don't have macadamia nuts, you can substitute pecans or walnuts.
- Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before storing them in an airtight container. This will help them stay fresh and chewy.
