Welcome to the irresistible world of Cowboy Cookies – a classic American treat that promises pure satisfaction with every bite! These aren’t just any oatmeal cookies; they’re a hearty, loaded masterpiece, featuring a delightful medley of crispy cornflake cereal, sweet chewy coconut, crunchy pecans, and a magnificent trio of melty chocolate, white chocolate, and butterscotch chips. Perfect for any occasion, from spirited game days to cozy family evenings, these cookies are guaranteed to become a cherished favorite in your recipe collection.

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The Ultimate Game Day Treat: Hearty Cowboy Cookies

As the crisp autumn air settles in and the sound of cheering fans fills the weekends, it’s clear that football season is in full swing. For many, these cherished fall weekends revolve around gridiron battles and, of course, the incredible food that accompanies them. Whether you’re rooting for college teams on Saturday or passionately following the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, having the perfect snack is an absolute must. And when it comes to game day delights, nothing quite hits the spot like a batch of homemade Cowboy Cookies.

Why Cowboy Cookies are a Crowd-Pleaser

Originating from the heart of the American Southwest, particularly in states like Oklahoma and Texas where their popularity reigns supreme, Cowboy Cookies have earned their reputation as a truly iconic dessert. If you’ve yet to experience the sheer joy of these magnificent cookies, prepare to be captivated. They are not your average cookie; they embody a spirit of generosity and robust flavor that’s hard to beat.

What sets Cowboy Cookies apart? It starts with their impressive size. These are substantial cookies, designed to satisfy even the biggest appetites – because let’s be honest, cowboys don’t settle for small treats! Each cookie offers a delightful textural contrast: a slightly crisp exterior and golden-brown edges give way to an incredibly soft, moist, and wonderfully chewy interior. This perfect balance ensures a satisfying bite every single time.

Beyond their impressive stature and delightful texture, the true magic of Cowboy Cookies lies in their incredible array of mix-ins. These are truly “loaded” cookies, packed with so much goodness that every mouthful is an adventure. Imagine a harmonious blend of:

**Hearty Oats:** Providing a wholesome chew and classic oatmeal cookie foundation.
**Crispy Cornflake Cereal:** Adding an unexpected, delicate crunch that sets these cookies apart.
**Sweet, Chewy Coconut:** Infusing a tropical sweetness and delightful texture.
**Crunchy Pecans:** Offering a buttery, earthy flavor and satisfying nuttiness.
**A Triple Play of Chips:** Indulge in the rich depth of melty semi-sweet chocolate chips, the creamy sweetness of white chocolate chips, and the nostalgic butterscotch chips, creating a flavor explosion.

Crafting Cookie Perfection: The Cowboy Cookie Process

Creating these incredible Cowboy Cookies is a straightforward and rewarding process. It all starts with a rich, buttery, and perfectly sweet cookie dough that serves as the ideal canvas for all those amazing add-ins. The dough brings together classic ingredients like softened butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and eggs, all enhanced by a touch of vanilla for that irresistible aroma and flavor. Once the wet ingredients are combined, the dry ingredients—all-purpose flour, baking powder, and baking soda—are gently mixed in, ensuring a tender crumb.

The magic truly happens when you fold in the cornflakes, oats, pecans, coconut, and that glorious triple blend of chocolate and butterscotch chips. This generous mix ensures every cookie is bursting with flavor and texture. After gently combining everything, the dough is then rolled into impressively large balls. This step is crucial for achieving the characteristic “big cookie” experience that defines Cowboy Cookies. If you desire an even more decadent look, feel free to press a few extra chips onto the tops of your dough balls before baking.

A brief period of refrigeration is recommended for the dough balls. This chilling step helps the cookies hold their shape better during baking, resulting in that desirable crispy edge and chewy center. Once chilled, these magnificent dough balls are baked to golden perfection, transforming into the ultimate indulgence. The aroma that fills your kitchen while these cookies bake is an experience in itself – a sweet promise of the deliciousness to come.

Whether you’re celebrating a big win, hosting a casual get-together, or simply treating yourself to something special, Cowboy Cookies are guaranteed to impress. Their robust flavors and satisfying textures make them an unforgettable dessert that will have everyone asking for the recipe. Seriously, once you taste these, you’ll want to bake them again and again. It’s cookie love at first bite, every single time!

So, go ahead and bake ’em! Bake ’em on game day, bake ’em on a regular Tuesday, just bake ’em! You won’t regret bringing these delightful, loaded oatmeal cookies to life in your own kitchen.

Enjoy every delicious moment!

xoxo,

Cowboy Cookies

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Author: Maegan – The BakerMama
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 8 mins
Total Time: 18 mins
Yield: 30
Category: Dessert

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Description

You can’t go wrong with good ol’ cowboy cookies! Everyone loves these loaded oatmeal cookies with crispy cornflakes cereal, sweet chewy coconut, crunchy pecans, and a triple play of melty chocolate, white chocolate and butterscotch chips.

Ingredients

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1–1/2 cups cornflakes cereal
1 cup quick-cooking oats
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup white chocolate chips
1/2 cup butterscotch chips

Instructions

In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter and sugars until smooth. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until each is well incorporated. Beat in the vanilla.
Add the flour, baking powder and baking soda. Mix on low speed until just combined.
Add the remaining ingredients and mix on low speed again until all ingredients are well distributed throughout the dough.
Form dough into 2-tablespoon sized balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Press additional chocolate chips, white chocolate chips and butterscotch chips into the top of each ball of dough, if desired. Refrigerate dough balls for 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°F and line two additional baking sheets with parchment paper. Remove cookie dough balls form the refrigerator and place a few inches apart on prepared baking sheets. Slightly flatten each ball with the palm of your hand. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until cookies start to turn light brown on top.
Remove cookies from the oven and let cool on pans for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Repeat baking process with remaining cookie dough balls.

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