Island Cookies

Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with these irresistible Island Cookies—soft, chewy, and bursting with island-inspired flavors. Featuring juicy pineapple tidbits, sweetened shredded coconut, crunchy macadamia nuts, and creamy white chocolate chips, these cookies combine a delightful mix of textures and tastes for the ultimate sweet escape. With a buttery base and just the right hint of vanilla, every bite delivers a perfect balance of sweetness and a touch of salty crunch. Ready in under 30 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for summertime gatherings, beach-themed parties, or whenever you’re craving a little slice of the tropics. Bake a batch, and let the flavors whisk you away!

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cups unsalted butter, softened
• 0.75 cups light brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 cups granulated sugar
• 1 item large egg
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups pineapple tidbits, drained and chopped
• 0.75 cups sweetened shredded coconut
• 0.5 cups macadamia nuts, roughly chopped
• 0.5 cups white chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Gently fold in the chopped pineapple tidbits, shredded coconut, macadamia nuts, and white chocolate chips using a spatula.

Step 7

Using a tablespoon or a small cookie scoop, drop rounded mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers remain slightly soft.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1088.8 grams (1088.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4650

Total Fat 257.80g	331%
Saturated Fat 141.30g	707%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 594mg	198%
Sodium 1632mg	71%
Total Carbohydrate 564.60g	205%
Dietary Fiber 17.70g	63%
Total Sugars 349.60g
Protein 48.50g	97%

Vitamin D 41IU	205%
Calcium 509mg	39%
Iron 17mg	97%
Potassium 1534mg	33%

*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: 48.6%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 47.3%