Hawaiian Tea Cookies

Transport your taste buds to the tropics with Hawaiian Tea Cookies, a delicate treat infused with island-inspired flavors. These buttery cookies feature the perfect blend of sweet shredded coconut, crunchy macadamia nuts, and a hint of vanilla and coconut extracts, creating a rich, tropical aroma in every bite. Their crumbly, melt-in-your-mouth texture is achieved with a simple dough that comes together in just 15 minutes. Topped with an optional dusting of powdered sugar, these cookies are as beautiful as they are delectable. Perfect for tea time, holiday platters, or a midday snack, this small-batch recipe yields 24 cookies and pairs wonderfully with your favorite warm beverage. Whether served at gatherings or enjoyed solo, Hawaiian Tea Cookies are a delicious way to bring a little sunshine to your dessert table.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
• 0.75 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon Coconut extract
• 0.5 cup Chopped macadamia nuts
• 0.5 cup Shredded sweetened coconut
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the vanilla extract and coconut extract to the butter mixture and mix until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.

Step 5

Slowly add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, blending just until the dough starts to come together. Avoid overmixing.

Step 6

Fold in the shredded sweetened coconut and chopped macadamia nuts to evenly distribute throughout the dough.

Step 7

Scoop out 1-tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

Step 8

Flatten each ball slightly with the palm of your hand or the bottom of a glass.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are just starting to turn golden brown.

Step 10

Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Optional: Dust cooled cookies with additional powdered sugar for a decorative finish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	769.9 grams (769.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4034

Total Fat 276.50g	354%
Saturated Fat 155.80g	779%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 517mg	172%
Sodium 674mg	29%
Total Carbohydrate 367.20g	134%
Dietary Fiber 19.90g	71%
Total Sugars 150.10g
Protein 36.00g	72%

Vitamin D 117IU	584%
Calcium 161mg	12%
Iron 15mg	82%
Potassium 830mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.7%

Protein: 3.5%

Carbs: 35.8%