Laura Bush’s Cowboy Cookies
Laura Bush’s Cowboy Cookies
These hearty Cowboy Cookies, a beloved favorite from former First Lady Laura Bush, are a wholesome and satisfying treat. Bursting with chocolate chips, oats, coconut, and pecans, they offer a deliciously chewy texture and rich flavor. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or simply want a comforting snack, these cookies are sure to please.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 3 cups |
| Baking powder | 1 tablespoon |
| Baking soda | 1 tablespoon |
| Ground cinnamon | 1 tablespoon |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Unsalted butter (softened) | 1 ½ cups (3 sticks) |
| Granulated sugar | 1 ½ cups |
| Light brown sugar (packed) | 1 ½ cups |
| Eggs | 3 |
| Vanilla extract | 1 tablespoon |
| Semisweet chocolate chips | 3 cups |
| Rolled oats | 3 cups |
| Sweetened flaked coconut | 2 cups |
| Chopped pecans | 2 cups |
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare Dry Ingredients
Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Set this dry mix aside. - Cream Butter & Sugars
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth and creamy. Gradually add both sugars, continuing to beat until well incorporated. - Add Eggs & Vanilla
Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each is fully mixed before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract. - Combine Wet & Dry
Slowly add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until everything just comes together. - Add the Mix-Ins
Fold in the chocolate chips, oats, coconut, and pecans. Make sure all the add-ins are evenly distributed throughout the dough. - Portion & Bake
Scoop out dough in ¼-cup portions and place them about 3 inches apart on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake for 15 to 17 minutes, rotating the sheet halfway through, until the edges are golden brown. - Cool & Enjoy
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a couple of minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Once cooled, dig in and enjoy!
