Macadamia Nut Cookies

In the spirit of more holiday baking, my roommate and I were looking through an awesome cookie book I have  (500 Cookies) to find a new recipe. She came across a recipe for these cookies, and after giving them a try, we are hooked! With a hint of nutmeg and a sweet, nutty flavor, they are perfect for the holiday season.


Ingredients
2 cups (10 oz.) macadamia nuts
6 tbsp. milk
1.5 cups light brown sugar
2 eggs
2 tsp. vanilla
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg
Pinch of salt
1 cup granulated sugar


Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
2. Put the macadamia nuts and milk into a food processor and blend for about two minutes or until smooth.
3. Smooth the mixture into a large mixing bowl. Add the brown sugar, egg and vanilla. Beat well.
4. In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, nutmeg and salt.
5. Slowly add the flour mixture to the nut mixture to form a smooth paste.
6. Place the granulated sugar into a small, shallow bowl.
7. Roll the cookie mixture into bite-size balls and then roll them in the sugar to coat on all sides.
*Note: the dough is very sticky, but once you start rolling them in the sugar, they will be easier to handle.
8. Place each ball of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
9. Bake for 8 minutes. Remove from the oven and let them cool.