Cowboy Cookies
- Chewy, hearty cookies packed with oats, chocolate chips, and pecans for the ultimate sweet treat.
- These brown butter cowboy cookies have the perfect texture—crisp edges with soft, chewy centers.
- A timeless recipe that’s easy to customize with your favorite mix-ins.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 12
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Breakfast & Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (or browned for extra flavor)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, at room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut (optional)
- 1/4 cup toffee bits (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, rolled oats, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until well combined.
- In a separate large bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix well, scraping down the sides of the bowl.
- Gradually stir in the dry ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Fold in chocolate chips, chopped pecans, and any optional mix-ins like coconut or toffee bits.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are set but still soft.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For thicker, chewier cookies, chill the dough for 1-2 hours before baking.
- Make brown butter by melting butter in a light-colored saucepan over medium heat until amber and nutty-smelling.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used, portion sizes, and preparation methods.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 75
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 22
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