White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookie
How we scored it
This cookie contains multiple processed ingredients such as enriched wheat flour, margarine, and a vegetable oil blend including soybean oil, which are heavily processed and contribute to a lower score. The presence of beneficial ingredients like macadamia nuts and butter is outweighed by the high sugar content and use of refined ingredients.
Nutrition facts
| Per 1 cookie (85g) | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 400 | |
| Total fat | 23g | 29% |
| Saturated fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans fat | 0g | |
| Cholesterol | 35mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 190mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 47g | 17% |
| Dietary fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugars | 29g | |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
McAlister's Deli's published nutrition. Percentages are of the daily value on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Key ingredients
8White Chocolate ChipsBad
White chocolate chips are high in sugar and saturated fats, which can contribute to less healthy dietary choices.
See more about White Chocolate Chips →Enriched Wheat FlourBad
Enriched wheat flour is highly processed and lacks the fiber and nutrients found in whole grains.
See more about Enriched Wheat Flour →SugarBad
Sugar is high in calories and can contribute to health issues when consumed in excess.
See more about Sugar →MargarineBad
Margarine often contains trans fats and processed oils, which are less healthy options.
See more about Margarine →Vegetable Oil BlendBad
This blend of oils is highly processed and may contain unhealthy fats.
Palm FruitBad
Palm fruit oil is associated with environmental concerns and contains saturated fats.
Soybean and Olive OilsBad
These oils are processed and may contain unhealthy fats, especially when used in large quantities.
MonoglyceridesBad
Monoglycerides are processed fats used as emulsifiers, which are less healthy.
See more about Monoglycerides →More desserts at McAlister's Deli
Scout's score is an independent read of McAlister's Deli's published ingredient statement and nutrition for this item, last scored September 2026. Recipes change — check the chain for today's menu. Scout takes no payment from any chain. How we score · Full McAlister's Deli menu.