Classic Cowboy Cookies

Name: Classic Cowboy Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 27 min
Yield: 24 cookies
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 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 powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 cups old fashioned rolled oats; 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut; 1 cup chopped pecans; 1 cup semi sweet chocolate chips

These hearty cookies are famous for their chewy centers, crispy edges, and loads of delicious mix ins.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 17, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

12 minutes

Total

27 minutes

Serves

24 cookies

Cowboy cookies are a favorite in our house because they are so filling and satisfying. With a perfect blend of oats, coconut, pecans, and chocolate chips, every bite is packed with texture and flavor that everyone seems to love.

I find that the secret to getting the best texture is to not overbake them. You want to pull them out of the oven when the edges look golden but the centers still look just a little bit soft. They will firm up perfectly as they cool on the pan.

Ingredients

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 powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups old fashioned rolled oats
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup semi sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
2
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
3
Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.
4
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5
Slowly stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix the dough.
6
Fold in the rolled oats, shredded coconut, chopped pecans, and chocolate chips by hand.
7
Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto your prepared baking sheets, leaving about two inches between them.
8
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are golden brown.
9
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for five minutes before moving them to a wire rack to finish cooling.

💡 Tips

Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days to keep them soft. You can also freeze the raw dough scoops on a tray and then store them in a freezer bag for up to three months, just add an extra minute to the baking time when you are ready to bake them from frozen.

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