CHOCOLATE MACADAMIA MELTAWAYS

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I came up with this recipe by accident one day when I wanted to make some cookies. I decided to use some ingredients already in my cupboard, and these were the delicious result. -Barbara Sepcich, Galt, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 jar (3-1/2 ounces) macadamia nuts, finely chopped
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup coarsely chopped macadamia nuts
Additional confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in vanilla. Gradually add flour and mix well. Stir in nuts (dough will be stiff); set aside. , For filling, in a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Stir in nuts; cool slightly. Drop by 1/2 teaspoonfuls onto a waxed paper-lined baking sheet; cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes. , Shape 1 teaspoon of dough around each piece of chocolate-nut mixture so it is completely covered. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. , Bake at 375° until lightly browned, 12-14 minutes. Roll warm cookies in confectioners' sugar; cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 45mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Justin Felski
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These are the best chocolate macadamia meltaways I've ever tasted. I'll definitely be making them again and again.


Javone Mccrayer
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I'm not a baker, but I was able to make these meltaways without any problems. They're so simple to make.


Hadijah Basowad
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These are so rich and decadent. I can't stop eating them!


Andy Ubuane
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I'm allergic to nuts, but I was able to make these meltaways using sunflower seeds instead of macadamia nuts. They were still delicious!


sweet gril
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These are the perfect treat for any occasion. I love them!


MdJOBAYER SHANTO
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I've never made chocolate macadamia meltaways before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. They turned out great!


David Jr
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These are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my friends and family.


Saifulla Islam
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate, but I loved these meltaways. They're the perfect balance of sweet and salty.


Nasir Normal
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These are so delicious! I love the way the chocolate and macadamia nuts melt in my mouth.


Omobude A. Barnabas
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I made these meltaways for a bake sale and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.


Ad Malik
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These are the best chocolate macadamia meltaways I've ever had! They're so soft and chewy.


Laxmi Dhungel
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I followed the recipe exactly and the meltaways turned out perfectly. They're so rich and chocolatey.


Fleece Lynn Richmond
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These are so easy to make and they taste amazing! I will definitely be making them again.


Muzzamal Sandhu
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I've made these meltaways several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're the perfect balance of sweet and salty.


Abbree Walksnice
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These meltaways were a hit at my last party! They're so easy to make and they taste incredible. I love the combination of chocolate and macadamia nuts.