Fifty-six years ago Hawaii became a state and we were introduced to the deliciousness that is the macadamia nut. In honor of this yummy little tidbit, today is National Macadamia Nut Day. Have you ever tried cooking with this smooth flavored nut? We’ve all heard of macadamia nut cookies, but did you know it can be used in a wide variety of recipes from sweets to savory dishes?
To help you get started experimenting with the adaptable flavor of this Hawaiian nut, we’ve put together a list of recipes that show its versatility. You’ll find a little bit of everything from snacks to sweet treats to main dishes, running the rainbow of flavors from savory to saccharine. Flip through these pages to get new ideas for your next great cooking adventure.
Take out your mixing bowls and your favorite spoon. Here’s the top 10 macadamia nut recipes for National Macadamia Nut Day.
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Macadamia hummus
Normally hummus is made from chickpeas, but did you know it can be made with macadamia nuts as well? This recipe mixes the smooth, nutty flavor of the macadamia with the traditional hummus flavors of garlic and lemon.
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Caramel glazed macadamia nuts
This snack is made with natural ingredients and is a perfect pleasure when you’re looking for a handful of sweet.
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Arugula salad with mango, macadamia, and avocado
This healthy green salad is full of rich flavors from the macadamia to the mango and avocado. A little sweet, a little savory, completely delicious.
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Macadamia nut sauce
A recipe straight from Hawaii, this rich sauce is supposed to be amazing on pancakes.
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Macadamia-crusted chicken with honey mustard dipping sauce
This deep fried chicken is made with shredded coconut and crushed macadamia nuts for a very unique flavor.
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Double chocolate macadamia nut cookies
A well-known way to eat macadamia nuts is to mix them into cookies. This double chocolate recipe is great for the chocoholic in your life.
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Banana macadamia pancakes
These amazing pancakes mix banana, macadamia, and pineapple into the batter, and then smother them in coconut syrup. Yum!
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White chocolate macadamia nut blondies
Another more traditional macadamia nut recipe would be these cookie bars – specifically blondies. A treat for anyone who loves these nuts with white chocolate.
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Coconut macadamia nut-crusted mahimahi with tropical salsa
This light fish dish gives you a bite of coconut, pineapple, and macadamia nut in every bite, as well as the savory flavors of onion and cilantro. A true taste of Hawaii.
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Coconut cheesecake with macadamia nut crust
This low-carb cheesecake recipe is the most decadent dish on our list. The creamy coconut filling plays perfectly with the lightly salted, nutty crust. Perfect for a dinner party.