Laura Bush's Cowboy Cookies
Laura Bush's Cowboy Cookies are a delightful treat, blending sweet and salty flavors with chewy oats, chocolate, and nuts, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Let butter soften at room temperature
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups rolled oats Old-fashioned oats are recommended
Mix-ins
- 1 cup chocolate chips Use semi-sweet or dark for a richer flavor
- 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
- 1 cup shredded coconut Optional for added texture
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until combined.
- Stir in the rolled oats, chocolate chips, chopped nuts, and shredded coconut until evenly distributed.
Baking
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from oven and let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness. Can be kept for up to one week at room temperature or two weeks in the refrigerator. Freeze for longer storage.