Go Nuts for These 10 Sweet and Savory Macadamia Recipes!

Macadamia is one of the best nuts in the world. Its creamy texture may be daunting for some, but it’s actually an incredibly healthy nut that is loaded with healthy fats! We went through the Food Monster App and found 10 sweet and savory recipes using this awesome food. Let’s go nuts!

1. Chocolate Macadamia Macaroons 

Considered to be the world’s most delicious nuts, macadamias are small, crispy buttery flavored powerhouses full of good fats, protein, vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. Yes, these Chocolate Macadamia Macaroons are very high in fat, but their fat profile balances our essential fatty acids to provide a nice mixture of both omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids.

2. Macadamia Nut, Chocolate, and Espresso No Bake Brownies

Ever have an intense sweets craving, but no time or means to bake? Try these Macadamia Nut, Chocolate, and Espresso No-Bake Brownies! Intense espresso paired with cacao makes for a decadent dessert that will satisfy your sweet tooth. Best of all, it’s made of dates, so you can indulge without feeling too guilty!

3. Raw Creamy Macadamia Nut Cheese 

If you have been to France, we don’t have to remind you about how much cheese there is – every menu, fridge, and supermarket shelf has the most unbelievable choice of cheeses…except the raw vegan variety. This recipe for Raw Creamy Macadamia Nut Cheese has the creaminess of cream cheese and the tanginess of cottage cheese and is so divine it’s hard to believe there are only 3 simple ingredients!

4. Almond-Macadamia Nut Creamer

This  Almond Macadamia Creamer is an amazing thick milk that can be used for coffee, tea, or the base of homemade ice cream. By using less water and adding macadamia nuts to the mix it creates the perfect creamy milk.

5. Tiramisu Pots

Have an especially large sweet tooth? Try these lovely Tiramisu Pots! Easy to make, delicious, and awesome for parties, they are as beautiful as they are delicious.

6. Coconut Snowballs With Macadamia Core 

These adorable Coconut Snowballs With Macadamia Core are the ideal festive treat. They do not hold back on coconut flour! The snowballs only require 7 ingredients and are grain-free and refined sugar-free.

7. Root Vegetables Roasted in Coconut Milk With Salted, Toasted Macadamia Nuts

Roasted Root Vegetables cooked in creamy coconut milk with an optional pinch of warming spices, like cinnamon, and topped with salty, crunchy macadamia nuts. These are so sweet, creamy and delicious that you will get addicted! You may even skip the Thanksgiving pie. This simple side requires minimal work; just chop your vegetables, throw them in a pan with coconut milk, oil, and spices (if using), then top with macadamia nuts. Perfect for potlucks, this unforgettable Thanksgiving side is one for your recipe book.

8. Salted Dark Chocolate Macadamia Ganache Bars 

These raw, Salted Dark Chocolate Macadamia Ganache Bars are the perfect fix for late night chocolate cravings. The rich chocolate ganache lays on top of a healthy macadamia nut, date, and ground almond crust. This recipe is pretty easy too, so you’ll have plenty of time to lick the spoons.

9. Macadamia ‘Goat’ Cheese 

Macadamia nuts make a great vegan cheese-they are creamy, white, and not gritty when puréed. Try this quick “Goat Cheese” with toasted baguette, sliced celery, carrot, and cucumber, or your favorite cracker. Garnish your cheese board with olives, pickles and fresh fruit like tangerines, apples, and grapes.

10. Salted Caramel Macadamia Slice 

This salted caramel macadamia slice is easy to make, delicious, not too sweet, with a subtle hint of caramel, and quirky offset from the fresh sea salt. It channels all the flavors you want from a caramel slice, without being overpowering. The creamy filling is just sweet enough and perfectly balanced by the moreish cookie base and crunchy macadamia topping. You’re going to love it!

Bust out the macadamia nuts and learn how to incorporate this versatile ingredient into your everyday cooking!

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Lead Image Source: Macadamia ‘Goat’ Cheese