Cowboy Cookies are hearty, chewy cookies packed with oats, chocolate chips, and often pecans or coconut. They’re known for their rich flavor and substantial texture.
Cowboy Cookies (Makes about 24 cookies)
Ingredients
- 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- 1 cup shredded coconut (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients.
- Stir in oats, chocolate chips, pecans, and coconut.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are golden brown.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Variations
- Add 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon for extra warmth.
- Substitute walnuts for pecans.
- Mix in raisins or dried cranberries for a fruitier version.
These cookies stay chewy for several days when stored in an airtight container.
