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! 🥛
🔥 Pro Tips for Perfect Cowboy Cookies
🔹 Toast the nuts – Enhances flavor & crunch.
🔹 Don’t overbake – Centers should look slightly underdone when pulled out.
🔹 Chill dough for thicker cookies – 30 mins in the fridge prevents overspreading.
🔹 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.
