COCONUT MACADAMIA SHORTBREAD

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Add these delicious Christmas shortbread cookies that feature coconut and macadamia nuts to your dessert table.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 4h45m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup powdered sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
1/4 teaspoon coconut extract
1 cup coconut, toasted
1/2 cup finely chopped macadamia nuts

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix flour, baking powder and salt; set aside. In large bowl, beat butter with electric mixer on medium speed until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until smooth. Stir in vanilla and coconut extract until blended. On low speed, beat in flour mixture until blended. Stir in coconut and nuts.
  • Shape dough into 2 (7-inch) logs. Wrap in waxed paper; refrigerate 4 hours.
  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray cookie sheets with cooking spray or line with cooking parchment paper. Unwrap dough; cut each log into 24 slices. On cookie sheets, place slices 1 inch apart.
  • Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until edges are golden. Remove from cookie sheets to cooling racks. Store cooled cookies tightly covered at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Carbohydrate 7 g, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 50 mg

umair 22
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These cookies are the perfect gift for any occasion. They're delicious, easy to make, and they're sure to be appreciated.


Abdulkhalik Lolai
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I love the way these cookies smell when they're baking. They fill the whole house with a wonderful aroma.


RM Raju
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These cookies are a great way to show your friends and family how much you care. They're so delicious and they're sure to put a smile on their faces.


Muwonge Francis
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These cookies are amazing! I'll definitely be making them again and again.


Ganiwu Lukman
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These cookies are the perfect treat for any occasion. They're great for parties, potlucks, or just snacking on at home.


azhar ahmed
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I love the simplicity of these cookies. They're made with just a few ingredients and they're so easy to make. They're also really delicious!


Diana Rally Makhasane
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These cookies are a great way to use up leftover coconut and macadamia nuts. They're also a great addition to any cookie platter.


Erin W. (Erin webber)
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I've made these cookies several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they always turn out perfect. I love the way the coconut and macadamia nuts toast in the oven.


Shannel Shiks
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I made these cookies with my kids and they had a blast. They loved helping me measure the ingredients and mix the dough. The cookies turned out great and we all enjoyed them.


Khensani Ndobe
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These cookies are so good! They're crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. The coconut and macadamia nuts give them a tropical flavor that I love.


Shahzad Akram
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I'm not a big fan of coconut, but I actually really liked these cookies. The macadamia nuts help to balance out the coconut flavor. They're also really easy to make.


Melanie Telfort
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These cookies are the perfect combination of sweet and salty. The coconut and macadamia nuts add a nice crunch. I love the way they melt in my mouth.


koembe tey
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I made these cookies for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. They're so easy to make and they taste amazing.


lz_swaz bff
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These coconut macadamia shortbread cookies are absolutely delicious! The coconut and macadamia nuts give them a wonderful flavor and texture. I will definitely be making these again.