Description
A hearty and indulgent cookie that blends the crunch of oats and peanuts with the sweetness of chocolate and raisins. These cowboy cookies are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while delivering a satisfying, rustic crunch in every bite.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Mix-ins:
1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
1/2 cup chopped roasted peanuts
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup chocolate chips
Optional: 1/2 cup shredded coconut
Instructions
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Preheat & Prepare:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
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Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
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Cream Butter & Sugars:
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
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Combine & Fold:
- Gradually stir in the dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Fold in the oats, chopped peanuts, raisins, chocolate chips, and shredded coconut if using.
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Shape & Bake:
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra chewiness, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
- Feel free to swap or add other mix-ins like dried cranberries or white chocolate chips.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 35g)
- Calories: ~150 kcal
- Sugar: ~10 g
- Sodium: ~120 mg
- Fat: ~7 g
- Saturated Fat: ~3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~4 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: ~20 g
- Fiber: ~2 g
- Protein: ~20 mg
- Cholesterol: ~20 mg