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    Published: Jul 28, 2015 · Modified: Feb 23, 2023 by Renée · This post may contain affiliate links · 16 Comments

    Coconut Macadamia Nut Cookies

    Coconut Macadamia Nut Cookies are just what you're craving when you need a little something sweet, and a little something rich and buttery.

    Coconut Macadamia Nut Cookies

    *Disclaimer - This recipe was originally published in 2015. I'm working hard to update all my older recipes with recipe cards, new photos, and additional recipe information. But, getting to all of them will take time. Please bear with me. In the meantime let me assure you that this recipe is still a winner and one I'm sure you'll be well pleased with when you make it at home.

    Coconut Macadamia Nut Cookies

    I've never been to Hawaii, and it's on my bucket list of places I'd like to visit one day. Until that time, the closest I'll get is that my husband and I are throwing a big luau party/pig roast party in our backyard in the next couple of weeks. These cookies will be on the dessert menu.

    We've been planning this party for the past few months and are going all out with the decorations, food, beverages, and guest list. If I'm honest here, it probably would be cheaper for us to actually travel to Hawaii than throw this party. LOL.

    Here is a copy of the invitation I sent out to family and friends. I think it sets the tone for the party with its colorful theme and whimsical feeling. If you happen to be in the area, why don't you join us? You're always welcome here!

    We're not roasting the pig by ourselves. We have no idea how to do that and don't feel like digging a big pit in our lawn for that purpose. We're hiring a local company to do that for us (not the big pit part), and they'll be here to professionally carve it when it's dinnertime.

     Our catered dinner will consist of pulled pork sandwiches (with buns, tortillas, and cornbread), and roasted red potatoes with butter and parsley (not exactly Hawaiian fare, but something that will please the masses), baked beans, and tropical coleslaw.

    Since I'm not cooking the dinner portion of the party, I've decided that I'll take care of all the appetizers and desserts instead. To keep things under control and organized (as best I can) I've started baking the cookies in advance of the party and am storing them in the freezer. The cupcakes will happen next week.

    First up is this recipe for the Coconut Macadamia Nut Cookies. It was hard not to sample them after they'd come out of the oven because they smelled incredible. However, I was good and waited for them to cool completely before I took some photos, then bagged them carefully and stuck them in the freezer.

    Coconut Macadamia Nut Cookies

    COCONUT MACADAMIA NUT COOKIES   {PRINT THIS RECIPE}
    Yield: 4 dozen       Prep Time:  Approx. 10 minutes    Bake Time:  Approx. 20 minutes

    2 sticks of butter, softened to room temperature
    ¾ cups granulated sugar
    1 cup packed brown sugar
    1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    1 teaspoon coconut extract
    2 large eggs
    3 cups flour
    1 teaspoon salt
    1 teaspoon baking soda
    1 cup sweetened coconut flakes
    1 cup coarsely chopped macadamia nuts

    -Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

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    -In a large bowl with a hand mixer, or a stand mixer using the paddle attachment, beat together the butter and sugars. Blend in the vanilla, coconut extract, and eggs.

    -In a medium-size bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking soda. Gradually blend the flour into the butter and sugar mixture until the dough is thick and heavy. Blend in the coconut and macadamia nuts until fully incorporated.

    -Drop tablespoon-size dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets leaving about 2 inches between each cookie. Bake two cookie sheets at a time in a preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes, rotating the cookie sheets halfway between baking.

    -Remove to a baking rack to cool completely and enjoy!

    Coconut Macadamia Nut Cookies
    Coconut Macadamia Nut Cookies
     

    Additional Hawaiian-inspired recipes:

    Treat yourself to a taste of the tropics with this Hawaiian Chicken Salad. It's quick to make and completely delicious with plenty of meaty chicken, dried pineapple, chopped macadamia nuts, and toasted coconut flakes. Serve it for a special occasion or just because you deserve it!

    This super cute Aloha Pineapple Cheeseball will be the hit of your next summer party. It's really easy to make and it's crazy delicious too!

    Whether you make Pineapple Pork Tenderloin on the outdoor grill, or inside in the oven...just make it. The pineapple gives the pork a wonderful flavor that you're going to flip over!

    Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken Thighs are a moist and flavorful family favorite that comes together in a snap with the help of the slow cooker. 

     
    Coconut Macadamia Nut Cookies in a wicker Hawaiian hat as a bowl with pink flowers surrounding it.
     

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    1. Carole says

      July 31, 2015 at 9:07 pm

      thanks Renee - and that apron is so fab! Cheers from Carole's Chatter!

      Reply
    2. Souffle Bombay says

      July 31, 2015 at 1:55 pm

      Love the apron! You are so talented! And the cookies...YES!

      Reply
    3. Cookin' Canuck says

      July 31, 2015 at 1:12 pm

      How fun that you are throwing a luau! There's nothing better to get you in the Hawaiian mood than coconut with macadamia nuts. These cookies look like the perfect choice for your party!

      Reply
    4. Carole says

      July 31, 2015 at 2:59 am

      Hi Renee, I would love you to stop by Food on Friday: Coconut over at Carole's Chatter to add this to the recipe collection! Cheers!

      PS If you would like to be part of the Food on Friday group, just put a reminder in your calendar this time each week to check out the new theme or email me if you would like a reminder by email. You can also see the themes coming up in one of the tabs at the top of my home page

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    5. Paula-bell'alimento says

      July 29, 2015 at 6:39 pm

      Sweet, Rich, and Buttery. Heck yeah! Pass the plate please.

      Reply
    6. Paula-bell'alimento says

      July 29, 2015 at 6:37 pm

      Sweet, Rich and Buttery? I'm in!

      Reply
    7. Angie says

      July 29, 2015 at 1:54 pm

      These cookies look amazing! I know I'd love them because I love coconut!

      Reply
    8. Martha @ A Family Feast says

      July 29, 2015 at 10:54 am

      What a fun party (a pig roast!?!) and these cookies sound like the perfect dessert! Love macadamia nuts!

      Reply
    9. Ginny McMeans says

      July 29, 2015 at 5:04 am

      That apron is one of my favorites too! Thanks for getting em in the party and Hawaiin mood with these delicious sounding cookies.

      Reply
    10. Sarah Walker Caron (Sarah's Cucina Bella) says

      July 29, 2015 at 2:23 am

      I would love to visit Hawaii someday too. These cookies look so perfect -- LOVE macadamia nuts!

      Reply
    11. Heather Schmitt-Gonzalez says

      July 29, 2015 at 12:58 am

      Now that sounds like a party I'd love to be at! Hawaii is definitely on my "some day" list, too. These cookies will be the perfect sweet treat!

      Reply
    12. Lana | Never Enough Thyme says

      July 29, 2015 at 12:23 am

      Sounds like a really fun party! Great menu and even nicer that you don't have to cook it all yourself, right? These cookies will be the perfectly appropriate dessert.

      Reply
    13. The Food Hunter says

      July 28, 2015 at 6:57 pm

      These sound fabulous and perfect for the party. Wish I was going!

      Reply
    14. Amanda @ The Kitcheneer says

      July 28, 2015 at 8:13 pm

      I too have never been to Hawaii...sigh... but can I have a to go bag of these cookies? Please?! Coconut and macadamia sound like the perfect match!

      Reply
    15. Back for Seconds says

      July 28, 2015 at 5:37 pm

      That sounds like a fabulous party - wish I was going 😉 Also, I really want to go back to Hawaii...with a big bag of these cookies for the plane ride!

      Reply
    16. Tasha @thatssoyummy says

      July 28, 2015 at 4:16 pm

      These cookies look great and so yummy!

      Reply

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