Tropical Mango Macadamia Cookies

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Tropical Mango Macadamia Cookies.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 325°F (165°C). This is the perfect temperature for baking those delicious cookies!

2. Step 2

   In a small saucepan, gently simmer the orange juice and chopped dried mango over medium-low heat for about 8 minutes. This will enhance the flavors and create a lovely syrup. Once done, set it aside to cool.

3. Step 3

   In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter, shortening, brown sugar, and white sugar using an electric mixer until the mixture is smooth and creamy. This is where the magic begins!

4. Step 4

   Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the vanilla extract for that extra touch of flavor.

5. Step 5

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix this dry mixture into the buttery goodness until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; we want those cookies to be tender!

6. Step 6

   Now, fold in the coarsely chopped macadamia nuts, flaked coconut, dried cranberries, and the cooled mango mixture. Mix just enough to evenly distribute all those delightful ingredients.

7. Step 7

   Using a spoon, drop generous spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto greased baking sheets, making sure to leave about 2 inches of space between each dollop. They’ll spread a bit while baking!

8. Step 8

   Pop the baking sheets into your preheated oven and bake for about 10 minutes, or until the edges are beautifully golden brown. Your kitchen will smell heavenly!

9. Step 9

   Once baked, let the cookies cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This step is crucial for achieving that perfect texture.