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!