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Dorothy Thomas

Cowboy Cookies Recipe

A hearty, chewy, and loaded cookie packed with oats, chocolate chips, coconut, and pecans—perfect for cowboys and cookie lovers alike!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Southwestern
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup 230g Unsalted butter (softened)
  • ¾ cup 150g Granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup 165g Brown sugar (packed)
  • 2 Large eggs
  • 1 tsp 5mL Vanilla extract
  • 2 cups 250g All-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp 5g Baking soda
  • ½ tsp 3g Baking powder
  • ½ tsp 3g Salt
  • 2 cups 180g Old-fashioned oats
  • 1 cups 175g Semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cups 100g Chopped pecans (or walnuts)
  • ½ cup 45g Shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper or silicone mats
  • Measuring cups/spoons
  • Cookie scoop (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy (~2-3 minutes).
  3. Mix in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture.
  5. Stir in oats, chocolate chips, pecans, and coconut until evenly distributed.
  6. Drop 2-tablespoon portions of dough onto baking sheets, spaced 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden (centers may look slightly soft).
  8. Let cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Storage: Keep in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze dough for 3 months.
  • Variations: Swap chocolate chips for M&Ms or raisins, or omit coconut for a nuttier flavor.
  • Texture Tip: For crispier cookies, flatten dough slightly before baking.