The Ultimate Cowboy Cookie

Of course! It seems the original recipe was cut off, but based on the classic Cowboy Cookie, here is a complete, detailed, and enriched version of the recipe you simply can’t miss.

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A Recipe You Can’t Miss: The Ultimate Cowboy Cookie 

Saddle up for a taste of the American West! Cowboy Cookies are the quintessential “everything but the kitchen sink” cookie—a hearty, robust, and incredibly satisfying treat packed with texture and flavor. Unlike a delicate shortbread or a simple chocolate chip, this cookie is a substantial snack, historically meant to sustain cowboys on long, arduous trail rides. It’s a powerhouse of oats, coconut, nuts, and chocolate, creating a perfect balance of chewiness, crunch, and sweetness in every single bite.

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 The Complete Cowboy Cookie Recipe

 Introduction & History

The exact origin of the Cowboy Cookie is as rugged and debated as the Old West itself, but it’s widely believed to have been a practical creation. Cowboys needed non-perishable, energy-dense food that could withstand days in a saddlebag. This led to cookies loaded with oats for substance, nuts for protein, and coconut for healthy fats and calories. The modern version almost always includes chocolate chips, a welcome indulgence on the trail. First Lady Laura Bush’s famous “Texas Governor’s Mansion Cowboy Cookies” brought this classic recipe into the national spotlight, beating out a rival recipe in a 2000 presidential cookie bake-off!

 Benefits & Why You’ll Love It

· Energy Powerhouse: Packed with complex carbs from oats and healthy fats from nuts and coconut, it’s a perfect pre- or post-workout snack.
· Texture Heaven: Experience a symphony of textures—chewy, crispy, and crunchy all at once.
· Crowd-Pleaser: Its combination of flavors appeals to almost everyone.
· Durable & Travel-Friendly: Just like the original, these cookies are sturdy and perfect for lunchboxes, picnics, and road trips.
· Customizable: Don’t like walnuts? Use pecans. Not a coconut fan? Add more oats. Make it your own!

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 Ingredients

· 1 Cup (2 sticks / 226g) Unsalted Butter, softened
· 1 Cup (200g) Packed Light Brown Sugar
· 1/2 Cup (100g) Granulated White Sugar
· 2 Large Eggs, at room temperature
· 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
· 1 ½ Cups (180g) All-Purpose Flour
· 1 tsp Baking Soda
· 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
· 1/2 tsp Salt
· 2 Cups (180g) Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats
· 1 Cup (170g) Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
· 1 Cup (120g) Chopped Walnuts or Pecans
· 1 Cup (85g) Sweetened Shredded Coconut