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Cowboy Cookies: The Best Hearty Recipe Ever!

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A hearty, thick, and chewy cookie packed with rolled oats, chocolate chips, pecans, and coconut. Often called the 'everything' cookie, these are legendary for their satisfying texture and rich flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
  • 1 cup shredded coconut (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a couple of baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
  3. Add in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
  6. Fold in the rolled oats, chocolate chips, and optional nuts and coconut.
  7. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and centers are set but soft.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

Notes

  • Do not overbake; the cookies will firm up as they cool on the baking sheet.
  • For a flatter, crispier cookie, press the dough balls down slightly before baking.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • You can toast the pecans and coconut beforehand for a deeper nutty flavor.

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