I just made this cake today. I didn't have macadamia nuts, so I used my ground almonds. I decided to heat up my All Clad pan and toast the almonds in it. I am absolutely amazed at how toasting the almonds gave it such a better taste! Came out great! I did make chocolate and it needed alot more sweetening than I imagined that it would. But, still very nice. In the refrigerator awaiting tomorrows attack, er, serving! LOL