Cowboy Cookies are big, hearty, and packed with all the good stuff—oats, chocolate chips, coconut, and pecans. These cookies are perfect for when you need a satisfying treat that’s both chewy and crunchy. Yeehaw! 🌟
🛒 Ingredients:
- 🧈 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 🥄 1 cup granulated sugar
- 🥄 1 cup brown sugar
- 🥚 2 large eggs
- 🥄 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 🍞 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 🥄 1 tsp baking soda
- 🧂 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 🧂 1/2 tsp salt
- 🥣 2 cups rolled oats
- 🥥 1 cup shredded coconut
- 🍫 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 🌰 1 cup chopped pecans
🔥 Instructions:
1️⃣ Preheat & Prep:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line baking sheets with parchment paper or grease lightly.
2️⃣ Make the Dough:
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
3️⃣ Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
4️⃣ Add the Mix-Ins:
- Stir in the oats, coconut, chocolate chips, and pecans until evenly distributed.
5️⃣ Shape & Bake:
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden but the centers remain soft.
6️⃣ Cool & Enjoy:
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. 🍴
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Loaded with Goodies: Every bite is packed with oats, chocolate, coconut, and pecans.
- Perfect Texture: Chewy in the middle, crispy on the edges.
- Customizable: Swap pecans for walnuts or add raisins for a twist!
Saddle up and bake these legendary cookies—they’re as big in flavor as Texas itself! 🤠✨
