Preparation Steps

• Preheat oven to 350°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
• In a medium bowl whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
• In a large bowl beat softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes.
• Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and almond extract until smooth.
• Add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix on low just until combined; do not overmix.
• Fold in white chocolate chips and chopped macadamia nuts until evenly distributed.
• Scoop about 1.5 tablespoons of dough per cookie onto prepared sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
• Bake 10 to 12 minutes, until edges are set and lightly golden and centers look slightly soft.
• Cool on the sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
• Optional: Sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt over warm cookies for contrast.