Description
These Best Texas Cowboy Cookies are a delightful treat combining chewy oats, rich chocolate chips, and crunchy pecans for a perfect balance of flavors and textures. With a touch of cinnamon and just the right amount of sweetness, these cookies are perfect for any occasion and guaranteed to satisfy your cookie cravings.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
Add-ins
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- ½ cup chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Cream Together Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next, then mix in the vanilla extract.
- Combine the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until well combined to evenly distribute the leavening and spices.
- Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring just until combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen the cookies.
- Add Oats, Chocolate Chips, and Pecans: Gently fold in the rolled oats, chocolate chips, and chopped pecans (if using) to evenly distribute these hearty add-ins throughout the dough.
- Form and Bake the Cookies: Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing each cookie about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
- Serve: Remove the cookies from the oven and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy these delicious Texas Cowboy Cookies fresh or store them in an airtight container to keep them fresh longer.
Notes
- You can omit pecans if you have a nut allergy or prefer nut-free cookies.
- For chewier cookies, flatten the dough balls slightly before baking.
- Make sure not to overbake to keep the centers soft and chewy.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- Feel free to substitute chocolate chips with your favorite mix-ins such as butterscotch chips or raisins.
