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Chewy Cowboy Cookies Recipe – Easy Homemade Treat With Toasted Pecans & Coconut Flakes

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These chewy cowboy cookies are packed with toasted pecans, coconut flakes, oats, and melty chocolate chips for a hearty, nostalgic treat. Quick to make and endlessly customizable, they’re perfect for potlucks, bake sales, or cozy nights in.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups (135g) rolled oats (old-fashioned oats)
  • 1 cup (120g) toasted pecans, chopped
  • 1 cup (60g) unsweetened coconut flakes, lightly toasted
  • 1 cup (175g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • Optional: 1/2 cup (90g) raisins or dried cranberries

Instructions

  1. Place pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring often, until fragrant and lightly browned (about 4-5 minutes). Remove from pan and cool. Toast coconut flakes for 2-3 minutes until golden. Set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes with mixer, 4-5 minutes by hand).
  3. Beat in eggs (one at a time) and vanilla extract until well incorporated. Scrape down sides as needed.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  5. Fold in rolled oats with a spatula. If dough is too dry, add 1-2 tablespoons milk.
  6. Gently stir in toasted pecans, toasted coconut flakes, chocolate chips, and optional dried fruit until evenly distributed.
  7. Using a medium cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each. Slightly flatten each mound.
  8. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes, until edges are golden and centers look just set.
  9. Let cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Enjoy warm or let cool completely.

Notes

For thicker cookies, chill dough for 30-60 minutes before baking. Toasting pecans and coconut flakes adds deeper flavor. Use gluten-free flour and certified gluten-free oats for a gluten-free version. Cookies can be frozen for up to 2 months. Bake a test cookie to check oven timing.

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