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A close-up of a freshly baked batch of chewy cowboy cookies on a rustic wooden tray, golden-brown with chocolate chips and oats visible, with a slightly cracked surface, styled with a few whole oats and chocolate chunks scattered around, warm natural lighting highlighting their texture and inviting appearance.

Chewy Cowboy Cookies Easy Desserts

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A classic chewy cowboy cookie recipe packed with oats, chocolate chips, and nuts, baked to perfection for a soft and chewy texture.

  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (180g) rolled oats
  • 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (180g) chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup (60g) chopped nuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each, then stir in vanilla.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together oats, flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in chocolate chips and nuts if using.
  7. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them evenly.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
  9. Allow cookies to cool on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
  • Add extra chocolate chips for a more decadent treat.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 180 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 70mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg