A Texas-Sized Treat Full of Flavor!
Laura Bush’s Cowboy Cookies are the perfect mix of hearty oats, rich chocolate chips, crunchy pecans, and sweet coconut. These jumbo cookies are a crowd-pleaser and ideal for sharing. Let’s dive into this presidentially delicious recipe!
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 tablespoon baking soda
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 1/2 cups packed light brown sugar
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Mix-Ins:
3 cups semisweet chocolate chips
3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
2 cups sweetened flake coconut
2 cups chopped pecans
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Your Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
Step 3: Cream the Butter and Sugars
In a very large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the butter until light and creamy.
Gradually add the granulated sugar and light brown sugar, mixing until fully incorporated and fluffy.
Step 4: Add the Eggs and Vanilla
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
Step 6: Fold in the Mix-Ins
Using a sturdy spatula or wooden spoon, fold in the chocolate chips, rolled oats, flake coconut, and chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
Step 7: Shape the Cookies
Drop the dough onto ungreased baking sheets using a 1/4-cup measure. Space each cookie 3 inches apart to allow for spreading.
Step 8: Bake the Cookies
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-17 minutes, rotating the baking sheets halfway through for even cooking.
The cookies are done when the edges are lightly browned, but the centers remain soft.
Step 9: Cool and Enjoy
Remove the cookies from the baking sheet and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Pro Tips for Perfect Cowboy Cookies
Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure the butter and eggs are at room temperature for a smoother dough.
Customize Mix-Ins: Substitute pecans with walnuts, or try adding dried cranberries for a fruity twist!
Storage: Keep cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Why You’ll Love These Cookies
These cookies are thick, chewy, and loaded with texture—the oats add heartiness, the coconut a touch of sweetness, and the pecans a nutty crunch. Perfect for potlucks, gift-giving, or satisfying a serious cookie craving, they truly live up to their name as a “cowboy-sized” treat!
Enjoy every bite of these Texas-inspired favorites!