Best 7 Hawaiian Nut Cookies Recipes

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Hawaiian nut cookies are shortbread cookies popular in Hawaii and are often enjoyed during the holidays. They are characterized by their crispy texture, buttery flavor, and the addition of roasted nuts, typically macadamia nuts. While the cookies are known for their simplicity, there are various recipes that offer different variations. Whether you prefer a classic recipe or one with a unique twist, this article will guide you in finding the best Hawaiian nut cookie recipe that fits your preferences.

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HAWAIIAN NUT COOKIES



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Something my mum use to make when I was a kid and has had me hooked ever since. These are a cake type of cookies with chunks of pineapple and coconut. These cookies are sure to hit the spot every time.

Provided by CoOkInGnUt

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Pineapple Dessert Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

⅓ cup butter
½ cup packed brown sugar
¼ cup white sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon almond flavoring
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple tidbits, drained
1 tablespoon coconut flakes

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Beat the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar with an electric mixer in a large bowl until smooth.
  • Blend the egg and the almond flavoring into the creamed butter and sugar.
  • Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt into a bowl.
  • Blend the flour mixture into the butter mixture.
  • Fold the pineapple tidbits and coconut flakes into the dough.
  • Drop teaspoonfuls of the dough 2 inches apart onto greased baking sheets.
  • Bake in preheated oven until golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.6 calories, Carbohydrate 30.3 g, Cholesterol 29.1 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 167.6 mg, Sugar 16 g

HAWAII 5-0 COOKIES



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I am not a great cook, but I love to make these cookies with my kids. They got their name because I would always say, "Cook 'em, Dano" when I put them in the oven, and my squad car number is 5-0, so my kids started calling them the Hawaii 5-0 cookies. Even though they are quick and super easy, they still taste great.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 package prepared sugar cookie dough
1 cup macadamia nuts, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Drop prepared cookie dough by tablespoons onto ungreased cookie sheets, leaving 1-inch between each cookie. Press the macadamia nuts into the dough. Bake until golden around the edges, about 8 to 10 minutes.

MACADAMIA NUT COOKIES



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These rich cookies are full of Hawaiian macadamia nuts and chocolate chips. -Mary Gaylord, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 6 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 jars (3-1/2 ounces each) macadamia nuts, chopped
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup (6 ounces) white baking chips

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla; beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture and beat for 2 minutes. Stir in nuts and chips. Cover and refrigerate several hours or overnight. , Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on pans for 1 minute before removing to wire racks; cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 170mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

HAWAIIAN WEDDING CAKE COOKIES



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Macadamia nuts and pineapple help give these sweet treats their tropical name.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup finely chopped macadamia nuts, toasted
2 tablespoons finely chopped candied pineapple
Additional confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, cream the butter, confectioners' sugar and vanilla until light and fluffy. Gradually add flour and mix well. Stir in nuts and pineapple. Shape into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. , Bake at 350° for 14-16 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool completely. Roll cooled cookies in additional confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 calories, Fat 24g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 187mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

HAWAIIAN COOKIES



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Treat yourself to one of these delicious Hawaiian Cookies. Creamy and smooth BAKER'S white chocolate, PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese and crunchy PLANTERS macadamia nuts make these crowd-pleasing Hawaiian cookies hard to beat!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 2h30m

Yield 24 servings, 2 cookies each

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup butter, softened
4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 tsp. vanilla
3/4 cup powdered sugar
2 cups flour
3/4 cup finely chopped toasted PLANTERS Macadamias
1 pkg. (4 oz.) BAKER'S White Chocolate, melted

Steps:

  • Beat butter, cream cheese and vanilla in large bowl with mixer until creamy. Add sugar; beat until light and fluffy. Gradually add flour, mixing well after each addition. Add nuts; mix well.
  • Shape dough into ball; flatten into disc. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap.
  • Refrigerate 2 hours or until firm.
  • Roll out dough on lightly floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness. Cut into shapes using 2-inch pineapple-shaped or round cookie cutter. Place, 2 inches apart, onto baking sheets. Refrigerate 30 min.
  • Heat oven to 350ºF. Bake cutouts 8 to 10 min. or until edges are lightly browned. Cool 1 min. Remove to wire racks; cool completely.
  • Drizzle melted chocolate over cooled cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 55 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0.5491 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 2 g

HAWAIIAN CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES



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Delicious cookies with lots of fiber. This chocolate chip cookie recipe was given to me by a friend in Hawaii. I've modified it so one can add ones favorite nuts.

Provided by sedjat

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 36 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup banana
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
2 cups flour
1 cup rolled oats
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup additional banana
1 cup chocolate chips
1/2 cup macadamia nuts (or walnuts) (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Mix butter, sugar + 1/2 cup banana. Add 1 egg and 1 tsp vanilla and mix together.
  • Add the dry ingredients (I like to puree the oats so the cookies aren't so chewy) mixing slowly. Add the rest of the banana if the batter is too dry.
  • Fold in as many chocolate chips (1+ cups) as you want and the optional nuts.
  • Spoon about 1 tbsp of batter on a greased (or wax paper covered) baking sheet, about 1-1.5" apart.
  • Bake until golden brown, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.7, Fat 4.3, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 12.7, Sodium 58.2, Carbohydrate 22.3, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 14.6, Protein 1.5

HAWAIIAN NUT COOKIES



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Something my mum use to make when I was a kid and has had me hooked ever since. These are a cake type of cookies with chunks of pineapple and coconut. These cookies are sure to hit the spot every time.

Provided by CoOkInGnUt

Categories     Pineapple Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

⅓ cup butter
½ cup packed brown sugar
¼ cup white sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon almond flavoring
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple tidbits, drained
1 tablespoon coconut flakes

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Beat the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar with an electric mixer in a large bowl until smooth.
  • Blend the egg and the almond flavoring into the creamed butter and sugar.
  • Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt into a bowl.
  • Blend the flour mixture into the butter mixture.
  • Fold the pineapple tidbits and coconut flakes into the dough.
  • Drop teaspoonfuls of the dough 2 inches apart onto greased baking sheets.
  • Bake in preheated oven until golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.6 calories, Carbohydrate 30.3 g, Cholesterol 29.1 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 167.6 mg, Sugar 16 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the cookies will be. Use real butter, not margarine, and fresh eggs.
  • Chill the dough before baking: Chilling the dough helps the cookies to hold their shape and prevents them from spreading too much.
  • Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing the dough will make the cookies tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cookies at the right temperature: The cookies should be baked at a temperature of 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). If the oven is too hot, the cookies will brown too quickly and the insides will be undercooked.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before storing them: The cookies will continue to cook as they cool, so it's important to let them cool completely before storing them. Otherwise, they may become too soft or crumbly.

Conclusion:

Hawaiian nut cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a batch of these cookies that will be enjoyed by everyone. So next time you're looking for a sweet snack, give Hawaiian nut cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!

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