Cowboy Cookies
These hearty cookies are loaded with oats, chocolate chips, and pecans, making them chewy, crunchy, and perfect for sharing.
Ingredients (Makes about 24 cookies)
- 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200 g) brown sugar
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1½ cups chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup shredded coconut (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients.
- Stir in the oats, chocolate chips, pecans, and coconut (if using).
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Tips
- For extra-chewy cookies, slightly underbake them.
- Toast the pecans before adding for deeper flavor.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
These classic cookies combine the best parts of oatmeal cookies, chocolate chip cookies, and pecan cookies into one satisfying treat. 🍪🤠
