Description
Cowboy Cookies are a hearty and indulgent treat, packed with oats, chocolate chips, coconut, and nuts for a perfect chewy and crunchy bite. These cookies are easy to make and are customizable with your favorite mix-ins like M&Ms or dried fruits. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or just a sweet craving, this Cowboy Cookies recipe will deliver a satisfying and delicious result every time.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional, like pecans or walnuts)
- 1/2 cup M&Ms or candy-coated chocolates (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
- Stir in the oats, chocolate chips, shredded coconut, nuts (if using), and M&Ms or candy-coated chocolates (if using).
- Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden and the centers are set.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
- Storage: Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. For longer storage, freeze cookies for up to 3 months.
- Reheating: To freshen up cookies, warm them in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Freezing Dough: You can freeze the cookie dough in balls and bake later. Add a minute or two to the baking time when baking frozen dough.
