Cowboy Cookies

Cowboy Cookies are a hearty, chewy treat packed with oats, chocolate chips, coconut, and often nuts. Here’s a classic recipe for making about 3 dozen cookies:

Classic Cowboy Cookies Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 1 cup packed brown sugar

• 2 large eggs

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp baking powder

• 1 tsp baking soda

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats

• 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut

• 1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

• 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

3. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.

4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this to the butter mixture until just combined.

5. Stir in the oats, coconut, chocolate chips, and nuts (if using).

6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough (or use a cookie scoop) onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.

7. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown and centers are just set.

8. Let cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Tips:

• For chewier cookies, don’t overbake.

• You can substitute raisins or dried cranberries for chocolate chips for a twist.

• Freezes well: you can freeze the dough balls or baked cookies for up to 3 months.