Laura Bush’s Cowboy Cookie Recipe requires no chilling; the results are chewy and flavorful cookies! These Texas-sized cookies are filled with oats, coconut, pecans, chocolate chips, and a hint of cinnamon.
Preheat the oven to 350°F and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. Set aside.
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, or with an electric mixer, beat the room temperature butter on medium speed until smooth and creamy, approximately 1 minute. Gradually add the sugars and beat on medium speed to combine, approximately 2 minutes.
Add eggs, one at a time, and beat well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and then add the vanilla extract. Beat to combine.
Stir in the flour mixture in several additions with a spatula, wooden spoon, or stand mixer on the lowest speed until just combined.
Add chocolate chips, oats, coconut and pecans. Stir to combine.
Drop ¼ cup cookie dough onto lined or ungreased baking sheets, 3 inches apart.
Bake for 17-19 minutes, rotating after 10 minutes, until the edges are lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack.
Notes
Yield – 24 Texas-sized cookiesFlavor Tips – Check to make sure your pecans haven’t gone stale. Toasting the nuts will save them, but sometimes, it will not. Check before adding them to the cookies. Variations—With 2 tablespoons of dough, you can make 4 dozen smaller cookies. They are baked at 350°F for 15-18 minutes. Storage –Store your baked cookies well-wrapped or in an airtight container for 3 days at room temperature or in the freezer for up to 2 months.