CREAM CHEESE MACADAMIA COOKIES
With their cake-like texture and subtle orange flavor, these tender drop cookies are sure to liven up holiday tea parties and luncheons. They also make great gifts for loved ones and tasty treats to have on hand throughout the season.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 25m
Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream the butter, cream cheese, brown sugar, orange zest and vanilla. Combine flour and baking powder. Gradually add to the creamed mixture; mix well. Fold in nuts. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm. , Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets; flatten slightly with a greased glass. Bake at 400° for 9-11 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 130mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
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