Hawaiian Wedding Cake Cookies

If you enjoy the traditional Italian wedding cake cookies, this is new twist of flavor.

While visiting Maui this summer we tried a variety of the Hawaiian dessert favorites found in local bakeries.

With the added macadamia nuts and pineapple, it gives a tropical flavor for a wonderful dessert.

Watch the video to see how easy they are to make:

Ingredients:

• 1/2 Cup (1 stick) butter, softened
• 1/4 Cup powdered sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon coconut extract (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 Cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 Cup finely chopped & toasted macadamia nuts
• 2 Tablespoons finely chopped candied pineapple
• Extra powdered sugar to roll cookie balls in after they bake

How to Make:

1. In a small bowl, cream butter, powdered sugar, and extracts until light and fluffy.
2. Gradually add flour and mix well.
3. Stir in nuts and pineapple.
4. Shape in balls.
5. Place on cookie sheet. Bake for 350 degrees for 14-16 minutes or until browned.
6. Remove and let cool.
7. Roll cooled cookies in additional powdered sugar.