Texas-Sized Cowboy Cookies
Indulge in these Texas-Sized Cowboy Cookies, a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will transport you straight to the heart of the Lone Star State! My mom discovered this recipe in a local newspaper, and it quickly became a family favorite, especially during the festive Christmas season. With their incredible mix of oats, coconut, chocolate chips, and crunchy pecans, these cookies are always the first to vanish from the dessert platter. Due to the deliciously decadent mix-ins, you'll want to prepare them in a large bowl with a sturdy wooden spoon to make the mixing process easier. This generous batch yields about 72 cookies—perfect for sharing with family and friends or keeping all to yourself for a well-deserved treat!
72
Servings
N/A
Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
flour
3 cups (sifted)
baking powder
1 tablespoon
baking soda
1 tablespoon
cinnamon
1 tablespoon
salt
1 teaspoon
butter
1 1/2 cups (at room temperature)
sugar
1 1/2 cups
eggs
3 (large)
vanilla extract
1 tablespoon
oatmeal
3 cups (old-fashioned)
coconut
2 cups (shredded)
chocolate chips
3 cups (semi-sweet)
pecans
2 cups (chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or leave them ungreased.
2
In a medium bowl, combine the sifted flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
3
In a large mixing bowl, use a sturdy wooden spoon to cream the room-temperature butter until smooth and creamy.
4
Gradually add the sugar to the butter, mixing until well combined and fluffy.
5
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition to ensure they are fully incorporated.
6
Stir in the vanilla extract until mixed in evenly.
7
Slowly add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, incorporating it thoroughly; the batter will start to thicken.
8
Add the oatmeal, shredded coconut, chocolate chips, and chopped pecans one at a time, stirring until each addition is well mixed. Note: This will require some elbow grease!
9
Use a medium cookie scoop or spoon to drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, flattening them slightly with your fingers.
10
Bake in the preheated oven for 17 to 20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set.
11
Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
12
Enjoy these delicious Texas-Sized Cowboy Cookies fresh, or store them in an airtight container for later enjoyment!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Texas-Sized Cowboy Cookies?
Texas-Sized Cowboy Cookies are a hearty variety of drop cookies featuring a blend of oats, coconut, chocolate chips, and pecans, originating from a family recipe found in a local newspaper.
How many cookies does this recipe yield?
This generous batch yields approximately 72 cookies, making it perfect for large gatherings or holiday sharing.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
You should preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) before baking.
How long do these cookies need to bake?
The cookies should bake for 17 to 20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set.
Do I need to grease my baking sheets?
You can either line the baking sheets with parchment paper or leave them ungreased.
What type of oatmeal should I use?
The recipe calls for 3 cups of old-fashioned oatmeal to provide the best texture.
What kind of nuts are included in the recipe?
The recipe uses 2 cups of chopped pecans for a classic Texas flavor and crunch.
Are there chocolate chips in Cowboy Cookies?
Yes, the recipe requires 3 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Should the flour be prepared in any specific way?
Yes, the 3 cups of flour should be sifted before being combined with the other dry ingredients.
What temperature should the butter be?
The 1 1/2 cups of butter should be at room temperature to ensure it creams smoothly with the sugar.
How many eggs are required for this recipe?
You will need 3 large eggs, added to the mixture one at a time.
Is coconut a necessary ingredient?
Yes, the recipe uses 2 cups of shredded coconut to add to the unique flavor and texture profile.
What spices are used to flavor the dough?
The dough is flavored with 1 tablespoon of cinnamon and 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract.
Why is a sturdy wooden spoon recommended?
Because of the large amount of heavy mix-ins like oats, nuts, and chips, the batter becomes very thick and requires physical effort to stir.
How should I shape the cookies before baking?
Use a medium cookie scoop or spoon to drop rounded balls of dough onto the sheet, then flatten them slightly with your fingers.
What leavening agents are used?
The recipe uses a combination of 1 tablespoon of baking powder and 1 tablespoon of baking soda.
How should the cookies be cooled?
Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Can I store these cookies for later?
Yes, once completely cooled, they should be stored in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
What is the recipe category?
These are classified as Drop Cookies.
Is this a good recipe for Christmas?
Yes, it is a family favorite specifically mentioned for being popular during the festive Christmas season.
How much salt is in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of salt.
What size of cookie scoop is best?
A medium-sized cookie scoop is recommended for portioning the dough.
Does the recipe use brown sugar?
The provided recipe lists 1 1/2 cups of regular sugar.
How do I know when the cookies are finished baking?
Look for the edges to turn a light golden color and ensure the centers appear set.
What order should I add the mix-ins?
Add the oatmeal, coconut, chocolate chips, and pecans one at a time, stirring thoroughly after each addition.
Is a stand mixer required?
While you can use one, the instructions specifically suggest a large bowl and a sturdy wooden spoon for the manual mixing process.
What kind of chocolate chips are best?
Semi-sweet chocolate chips are the recommended choice for this recipe.
How much vanilla extract is needed?
You should use 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract.
Why do these cookies have so many ingredients?
The variety of mix-ins is what creates the 'Texas-Sized' profile and the complex texture Cowboy Cookies are known for.
How much cinnamon is used?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of cinnamon to be mixed into the flour.