Cowboy Cookies

Get ready for a tasty adventure with these substantial Cowboy Cookies! These cookies will definitely fulfill your cowboy-sized desires because they are packed with a rough blend of oats, chocolate chips, and pecans. These cookies will take you back to the wild, wild west, whether you’re out on the range or just want something sweet.

Tasting Notes

Expect a chewy and flavorful experience with every bite. The combination of oats, chocolate chips, and pecans creates a perfect harmony of textures and tastes. These cookies are a rugged blend of sweet and hearty, making them a favorite for cowboys and cowgirls alike.

Ingredients

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup chopped pecans

Kitchen Equipment

• Mixing bowls
• Electric mixer
• Baking sheets
• Parchment paper
• Cookie scoop or spoon

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in the oats, chocolate chips, and chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
7. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Pro Tips

• For an extra burst of flavor, toast the pecans before adding them to the cookie dough.
• Don’t overmix the dough to ensure a chewy texture in the finished cookies.
• Experiment with different types of chocolate chips or add a sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking for a gourmet twist.

Variations

• Swap out the pecans for walnuts or almonds.
• Incorporate coconut flakes for a tropical twist.
• Mix in butterscotch or white chocolate chips for a unique flavor profile.

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