White Chocolate Cranberry And Macadamia Nut Cookies Recipe

Indulge in the festive flavors of Christmas with these irresistible White Chocolate Cranberry & Macadamia Nut Cookies! A Food Network recipe from Tyler Florence, these cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings. This recipe yields 36 large or 72 small cookies – enough to share (or not!). Get ready for a burst of creamy white chocolate, tart cranberries, and crunchy macadamia nuts in every bite. Easy to make and even easier to devour!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 194.1 kcal
Protein 4g
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Ingredients for White Chocolate Cranberry And Macadamia Nut Cookies

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How to Make White Chocolate Cranberry And Macadamia Nut Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
  3. In a medium bowl, sift together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  4. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter until light and fluffy.
  5. Add 1 cup granulated sugar and 1 cup packed brown sugar; beat until well combined.
  6. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  8. Stir in 1 cup dried cranberries, 1 cup white chocolate chips, and 1 cup macadamia nuts using a spatula.
  9. For large cookies: Drop by heaping tablespoons (about 3 tablespoons each) onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving 2 1/2 inches between each cookie.
  10. For small cookies: Drop by level tablespoons (about 1 tablespoon each) onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving 1 1/2 inches between each cookie.
  11. Bake for 18-20 minutes for large cookies, or 15-17 minutes for small cookies, until edges are lightly golden brown.
  12. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  13. Store airtight at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

58g

Fat

25g

Carbs

7g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make White Chocolate Cranberry And Macadamia Nut Cookies?

White Chocolate Cranberry And Macadamia Nut Cookies takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in White Chocolate Cranberry And Macadamia Nut Cookies?

White Chocolate Cranberry And Macadamia Nut Cookies has approximately 194.1 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 16 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for White Chocolate Cranberry And Macadamia Nut Cookies?

The key ingredients for White Chocolate Cranberry And Macadamia Nut Cookies are All Purpose Flour, Baking Soda, Salt, Unsalted Butter, Brown Sugar, Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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