Denise Pierce's Macadamia Lace Cookies Recipe

Indulge in the exquisite flavor of these delicate Macadamia Lace Cookies! Rich macadamia nuts meet the irresistible depth of browned butter, creating a cookie that's both beautiful and intensely flavorful. This recipe, adapted from Fine Cooking's baking issue, will elevate your baking game. Get ready for melt-in-your-mouth perfection!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 33 mins
Calories 49.5 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Denise Pierce's Macadamia Lace Cookies

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How to Make Denise Pierce's Macadamia Lace Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line two or three large baking sheets with nonstick baking liners or parchment paper.
  3. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter. Continue cooking, swirling occasionally, until the butter solids turn a deep golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
  4. Immediately remove from heat and pour the browned butter into a small bowl, scraping the pan to get all the butter solids.
  5. Let cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
  6. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup chopped macadamia nuts, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
  7. Stir until well combined.
  8. Slowly add the cooled browned butter to the nut mixture, stirring until fully incorporated.
  9. Drop the batter by slightly heaping teaspoonfuls (about 1 tablespoon each), spacing them about 3 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  10. Bake for 6-8 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown around the edges.
  11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
  12. Repeat with remaining batter, allowing baking sheets to cool slightly between batches.
  13. Store at room temperature in an airtight container or freeze, separating layers with waxed paper for optimal freshness.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

15g

Fat

7g

Carbs

1g