Coconut Macadamia Cookies

I have to admit, I am more a fan of baking than cooking, so you might see more baking recipes here on my blog.  These cookies can be made with any nut if you are not a fan of macadamia, though I love macadamia nuts.  Hazelnuts, macadamia nuts and pecans are my favorite.  These cookies are great though and can be made anytime.  Here are the ingredients you'll need:

• 1/2 cup butter or margarine softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
• 2 cups shredded coconut
• 1 1/2 cups chopped macadamia nuts

This makes about 72 cookies, so you could cut the recipe in half if you wish to make less.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.  In a mixing bowl beat the butter on medium to high speed for 30 seconds.  Add sugar, baking soda and beat till combined.  Add eggs, sour cream, and vanilla.  Add the flour and if you can't mix the entire flour in, use a wooden spoon to mix.  Stir in the coconut and macadamia nuts.

Drop dough by tsp 2 inches apart onto an ungreased baking sheet.  Bake at 350 for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown.  Enjoy!

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