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    Home » Sweets » Cookies

    Coconut Oatmeal Cookies with Macadamias and White Chocolate Chunks

    March 11, 2020 by Chenée Lewis

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    Coconut Macadamia Oatmeal Cookies with White Chocolate Chunks | Chenée Today

    Easy coconut oatmeal cookies -- crispy edges and chewy centers, with white chocolate chunks and toasted macadamia nuts! These cookies are so delicious with a touch of spice and fantastic flavors. You've got to try them!

    And if you love cookies, try my Chocolate Chip Cookies Without Brown Sugar, my Raspberry White Chocolate Cookies, and my Peanut Butter and Jelly Cookies!

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    Easy Coconut Oatmeal Cookies

    When it comes to baking (and cooking in general), I'm definitely a fan of textures. Flavor is, of course, very important. But a great texture makes a dish spectacular! Case in point: these coconut macadamia oatmeal cookies. Of course, oatmeal cookies have a great texture already, but what happens when you throw in the buttery crunch of macadamia nuts, creamy white chocolate chunks, and some toasty shredded coconut? MAGIC happens.

    coconut macadamia oatmeal cookies

    How to make Coconut Macadamia Oatmeal Cookies

    These cookies come together very easily, and are made with all of your standard oatmeal cookie standbys: oats, butter, cinnamon, vanilla, etc.

    • First, you'll need to make sure your butter is softened -- if you let it sit out for about an hour it should be good.
    • When butter is softened, cream it with the sugars, and add your egg and extracts.
    • Fold in your dry ingredients, and then your mix-ins, and chill your dough.
    • Bake!

    This recipe is a little like my Praline Pecan Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies. I was going for a bit of those same buttery crisp edges. But these are a little softer and chewier, and that distinctive coconut flavor fits perfectly with the white chocolate and macadamias. The difference between a flatter, crisper cookie and a chewier, thicker cookie is chilling the dough.

    coconut macadamia oatmeal cookies
    Left: not chilled. Right: chilled.

    I made these cookies both ways, and I love both versions! The cookies that weren't chilled came out crisper with buttery, caramelized edges. The chilled cookies were thicker and chewier, but still nice and buttery! So you can definitely choose your own adventure when it comes to these coconut macadamia oatmeal cookies.

    How to toast macadamia nuts

    Not to worry! If you can't find roasted macadamia nuts easily, you can make your own in just 10 minutes! Just pick up some raw macadamias and roast them quickly in your oven:

    1. Preheat your oven to 325°F.
    2. Spread macadamias in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment or foil.
    3. Bake in oven for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
    4. Cool before using in the cookies. That's it!

    Frequently Asked Questions

    If you try this recipe, I would love it if you could leave a star review rating and comment below! It’s so wonderful hearing your feedback! And don’t forget to share your creations with me by tagging @chenee_today on Instagram!

    coconut macadamia oatmeal cookies

    Coconut Oatmeal Cookies with Macadamias and White Chocolate Chunks

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    Easy coconut oatmeal cookies -- crispy edges and chewy centers, with white chocolate chunks and toasted macadamia nuts! These cookies are so delicious with a touch of spice and fantastic flavors. You've got to try them!
    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 50 minutes
    Course: Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine :American
    Servings: 30 cookies
    Recipe Source: Chenée Lewis

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup unsalted butter - softened (1 stick)
    • ½ cup light or dark brown sugar - packed
    • ½ cup granulated white sugar
    • 1 large egg - room temperature
    • 2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • 1 teaspoon coconut extract - optional
    • 1 cup all-purpose flour - (128g)
    • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats - (90g)
    • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ½ teaspoon baking soda
    • ¾ teaspoon salt
    • 4 oz white baking chocolate - chopped
    • ¾ cup sweetened flaked coconut
    • ½ cup roasted macadamia nuts - chopped (see note)

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350°F.
    • Beat the butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer on medium speed until fluffy.
    • Add the egg, vanilla, and coconut extract and beat until combined.
    • Add flour, oats, baking soda, cinnamon and salt and stir with a spatula until just combined.
    • Fold in the white chocolate, coconut, and macadamia nuts.
    • (Optional) Chill dough in refrigerator for 30 minutes to an hour.
    • Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough and roll into balls. Arrange on parchment-lined baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
    • Bake until golden on edges, about 12-14 minutes. Cool on the baking sheets for 10 minutes then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

    Notes

     
    If you can't find macadamia nuts already roasted, they're so easy to roast yourself! Just toss some whole macadamia nuts on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 350°F for 10 minutes or until they're lightly browned. Allow to cool before using in your cookies.
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    Tags: coconut oatmeal cookies healthy, coconut oatmeal cookies vegan, crispy coconut oatmeal cookies, easy coconut oatmeal cookies, magnolia bakery oatmeal coconut cookies, oatmeal coconut cookies allrecipes
    Did you try this recipe? Rate it below!I can't wait to see (and share) your results! Follow me on Instagram at @chenee_today and tag #cheneetoday!

    Last Updated on December 12, 2022 by Chenée Lewis

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    1. Jess

      December 14, 2022 at 12:34 pm

      5 stars
      These are full of all the good things!!

      Reply
    2. kushigalu

      December 14, 2022 at 12:05 pm

      5 stars
      I wish I could grab a few, All my favorite ingredients in these cookies. Thanks for sharing

      Reply
    3. Andrea

      December 14, 2022 at 11:49 am

      5 stars
      Wow! Coconut, white chocolate and macadamia nuts? These sound scrumptious.

      Reply
    4. Ned

      December 14, 2022 at 11:20 am

      5 stars
      These are so fantastic! Nothing better than a nut cookie!

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        December 19, 2022 at 12:25 am

        I agree completely!

        Reply
    5. Blaine Joss

      December 10, 2022 at 11:22 pm

      5 stars
      WOW! My first attempt at "Mac nut" cookies, what a great recipe! Cooking time was 12 minutes and they turned out great. Crispy/chewy full of goodness. Thanks for the recipe.

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        December 12, 2022 at 1:14 pm

        So glad you liked them! 🙂

        Reply
    6. Mellow Baker

      July 04, 2022 at 1:39 pm

      5 stars
      My new favorite summer cookie! Thanks

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        July 08, 2022 at 9:58 pm

        Wonderful! So glad you liked them!

        Reply
    7. LaRena Fry

      June 30, 2020 at 5:57 am

      5 stars
      This sounds so amazing. What a great idea.

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        June 30, 2020 at 7:38 pm

        Thanks!! They're so good!

        Reply
    8. Josie D.

      June 30, 2020 at 12:17 am

      5 stars
      Yes, I’m big on texture too. I don’t like my cookies too hard and I don’t like them too chewy either! I want them to taste like the best of both worlds lol. Anyways love that this looks very simple to make and it looks really good! Thanks for sharing xxx

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        June 30, 2020 at 7:39 pm

        Thank you!! Yeah the Goldilocks effect is real when it comes to cookies lol

        Reply
    9. Sylvia

      June 30, 2020 at 12:09 am

      5 stars
      This looks super yummy.
      Can’t wait to try them!
      Sylvia

      Reply
      • Chenée Lewis

        June 30, 2020 at 12:15 am

        Thanks! I hope you enjoy them!

        Reply

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