Cowboy Cookies
Hearty and chewy cookies embodying the adventurous spirit of the Wild West, packed with oats, chocolate chips, and nuts.
Ingredients
Cookie Base
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Add-ins
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (or a mix of both)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or grease them.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the mixture, continuing to beat until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a smooth dough forms.
- Stir in the rolled oats, shredded coconut, chocolate chips, and chopped nuts.
Baking
- Drop tablespoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them a few inches apart.
- Bake for approximately 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden but the centers are still soft.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
These cookies are perfect for satisfying your cravings, whether you’re out on the trail or at home. Feel free to customize with your favorite nuts or dried fruits.