Chocolate Chip Macadamia or Pecan Cookies
Sink your teeth into these irresistibly soft and chewy chocolate chip macadamia or pecan cookies, the perfect treat for any dessert lover. Featuring rich, nutty goodness from your choice of buttery macadamia nuts or crunchy pecans, these cookies are studded with gooey semi-sweet chocolate chips for the ultimate indulgence. Made with a classic combination of brown sugar and vanilla for a deep, caramel-like flavor, they bake to golden perfection in just 10-12 minutes. Ideal for sharing or savoring solo, these cookies are easy to whip up with simple pantry staples and are perfect for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or a cozy night in. Whether you prefer macadamias or pecans, every bite offers a balance of textures and flavors that’s sure to delight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup Brown sugar, packed
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Pure vanilla extract
- 2.25 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1.5 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup Macadamia nuts or pecans, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the cookies tender.
Fold in the chocolate chips and your choice of chopped macadamia nuts or pecans until evenly distributed.
Using a cookie scoop or a tablespoon, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers will still be soft but will firm up as they cool.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your homemade chocolate chip macadamia or pecan cookies with a glass of cold milk or your favorite beverage!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3926 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 257.6 g | 330% | |
| Saturated Fat | 115.6 g | 578% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 620 mg | 207% | |
| Sodium | 2644 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 434.9 g | 158% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.0 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 385.9 g | ||
| Protein | 38.5 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 284 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 11.3 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 830 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
