Homemade Cowboy Cookies
Embark, on an adventure as you indulge in the delightful Homemade Cowboy Cookies. These cookies are a medley of flavors and textures where the crispiness of toasted pecans harmonizes beautifully with the melty goodness of chocolate chips. The addition of oats gives them a chewy touch while a hint of cinnamon ( highly recommended) adds a gentle and warming spiciness. Imagine this; the buttery dough infused with caramel undertones mingling with the sweetness of coconut creating an orchestra of flavors in every bite. These cookies are not just treats; they are like bundles of comfort that bring back memories of kitchens filled with laughter and the sheer delight that comes from freshly baked cookies. They pair perfectly with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee each bite serving as proof that simple ingredients can come together to create something comforting and delicious, at its finest.
35 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 c 226 grams unsalted butter, softened
- 1 c 200 grams dark brown sugar, firmly packed
- ½ c 100 grams granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 c 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¾ tsp table salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon optional
- 2 c 212 grams old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 ½ c 123 grams sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 c 115 grams coarsely chopped pecans
- 1 ½ c 255 grams semisweet or milk chocolate chips (or a blend of the two)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350F (175C). Line a baking sheet, with parchment paper.
- In a bowl beat together the butter and sugars until they become light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract beating them into the mixture.
- In another bowl whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt and cinnamon.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
- Gently fold in the oats, coconut flakes, pecans and chocolate chips.
- Using a scoop of 2 tablespoons in size drop portions of dough onto the baking sheet. If desired shape them into balls.
- Bake, for 12 to 14 minutes until the edges turn brown. Allow them to cool on the baking sheet.
Notes
You can easily make these Homemade Cowboy Cookies into a gluten-free version without compromising their rustic charm or deliciousness. The trick is to replace all-purpose flour with a quality gluten-free all-purpose flour blend. These blends are specially designed to replicate the texture and baking properties of wheat flour. Your cookies will still have that perfect chewiness and crumbly texture.
There's one thing to consider! Oats can sometimes be problematic because they are often processed in facilities that also handle wheat. To ensure your cookies are gluten-free it's best to choose certified gluten-free old fashioned rolled oats. They offer the wholesomeness and taste. Provide peace of mind for those, with gluten sensitivities.