Cowboy Cookies – The Ultimate Chunky, Chewy, Loaded Cookie! 🀠πŸͺ


 

1️⃣ Prep & Preheat

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

  • Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

2️⃣ Whisk Dry Ingredients

  • In a bowl, mix flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and oats.

3️⃣ Cream Butter & Sugars

  • Beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light & fluffy (~3 mins).

  • Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla.

4️⃣ Combine & Load Up

  • Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, mixing just until combined.

  • Fold in chocolate chips, nuts, coconut, and raisins (if using).

5️⃣ Scoop & Bake

  • Use a 1/4-cup scoop (or ice cream scoop) for jumbo cookies.

  • Space dough 3 inches apart (they spread!).

  • Bake 12-14 mins until edges are golden but centers are soft.

6️⃣ Cool & Enjoy!

  • Let cool 5 mins on the pan, then transfer to a rack.

  • Best enjoyed with a cold glass of milk! πŸ₯›


πŸ”₯ Pro Tips for Perfect Cowboy Cookies

πŸ”Ή Toast the nuts – Enhances flavor & crunch.
πŸ”Ή Don’t overbake – Centers should look slightly underdone when pulled out.
πŸ”Ή Chill dough for thicker cookies – 30 mins in the fridge prevents overspreading.
πŸ”Ή Make them GIANT – Use a 1/2-cup scoop for "Texas-sized" cookies!


🍽️ Serving Suggestions

  • With coffee or milk – Classic combo!

  • As an ice cream sandwich – Sandwich between vanilla ice cream.

  • Pack for hikes or road trips – Sturdy & energy-packed.

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