Description
Laura Bush's Cowboy Cookies are a heartwarming, chewy treat loaded with oats, chocolate chips, coconut, and pecans. This easy recipe is perfect for all occasions, offering a delightful combination of flavors and textures that will surely satisfy your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until smooth and creamy (about 2 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract until everything is combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just incorporated.
- Stir in oats, chocolate chips, shredded coconut, and chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
- If you're short on time, you can refrigerate the dough ahead of time or freeze it for later use.
- Adjust the baking time for smaller or larger cookie sizes.
- Feel free to substitute ingredients like coconut, nuts, or chocolate chips based on your preferences.
