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Published: Feb 8, 2021 · Modified: Feb 20, 2021 by Kathy

Cowboy Cookies

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Two large cookies with oats and chocolate chips on a white plate.

A chocolate chip cookie made with oats, pecans and coconut. These cowboy cookies are a jumbo-sized hearty cookie that will satisfy any cowboy - or cowgirl!

A stack of cowboy cookies on a blue napkin.

Jumbo size cookies

Have you ever had a cowboy cookie? They are large cookies filled with oats, chopped pecans, shredded sweetened coconut and chocolate chips.

When I say a large cookie, I mean a really large cookie. These cookies are about 4 inches in diameter. I used a ¼ cup scoop to form the shape for these cookies. That's a whole lot of cookie dough! My regular-sized cookies are about half that size.

If you love oatmeal cookies, you'll also want to check out these oatmeal cranberry cookies!

Two chocolate chip cookies with nuts and oats on a small white plate.

Key Ingredients

Small bowls and plates filled with ingredients for making cookies.
  • Flour - All purpose flour
  • Baking Powder, Baking Soda, Cinnamon and Salt
  • Chocolate Chips - Semisweet chocolate
  • Pecans - Chopped
  • Coconut - Sweetened flakes
  • Oats - I use old fashioned oats because they are heartier and hold their shape
  • Sugar - Both brown sugar and granulated sugar
  • Butter - I use salted butter softened to room temperature

Making cowboy cookies

  • Cream butter with a mixer until soft and fluffy
  • Add brown sugar and granulated sugar and mix until well incorporated
Cookie dough in a mixing bowl with a paddle attachment.
  • Mix in eggs and vanilla. Be sure to stop and scrape down sides of bowl and mix again.
  • Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt in a bowl
  • Add flour mixture to mixing bowl and stir until combined
  • Gently mix in chocolate chips, pecans, oats and coconut
A mixing bowl filled with cookie dough, pecans, chocolate chips, coconut and oats.
  • Form dough into balls using a ¼ scoop and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper
Forming cowboy cookies on a baking sheet.
  • Lightly flatten cookie dough down with lightly damp hands (helps keep the dough from sticking to your hands)
Cookie dough flattened into discs on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 17-20 minutes until golden brown
  • Allow cookies to cool for a minute and then remove to a baking rack to completely cool

Cowboy cookies on a baking rack.

Substitutions and Variations

  • Use milk chocolate chips or dark chocolate chips
  • Pecans or walnuts may be used
  • If you don't have old fashioned oats, quick cooking or 1 minute oats can be used. The quicker cooking oats don't keep the same texture as the old fashioned oats.
  • Add ½ cup of chopped raisins or dried cranberries for a slightly different cookie

Tips for Making

  • Be certain to preheat oven to 350 degrees
  • Butter should be softened, but not melted
  • Scrape down sides of bowl and mix well
  • Use parchment paper or a silicone liner on baking sheet for easy removal and cleanup. However, you can also use an ungreased baking sheet
  • Set timer for 17 minutes and check cookies. If they are golden brown, they are done. Otherwise, keep baking for another 2-3 minutes.
An oatmeal cookie broken in half on a small white plate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make these cookies smaller?

You bet! These cookies are traditionally made large, but you can make them any size you'd like. Just be sure to reduce the baking time when making smaller cookies.

Can I make ahead of time?

You can make the cookie dough ahead of time and then cover and refrigerate for 1-3 days. When ready to bake, just remove from fridge, form cookies and bake. Increase the baking time by 3-5 minutes when using chilled dough.

Can I freeze the dough?

Yes, you can freeze this cookie dough. Form cookies into balls and freeze first on a baking sheet. Once fully frozen, place all frozen dough into a freezer safe bag or container. Freeze cookies for up to one month. When ready to bake, remove cookies from freezer and place on a baking sheet until fully thawed - 1-2 hours. Flatten cookies and bake as directed.

Can I freeze the cookies?

These cookies can also be frozen after they have been baked. Allow cookies to fully cool and place in a freezer safe bag or container. To use, just remove from freezer and served when thawed.

A white tray filled with cowboy cookies.

More Great Cookies

I've got quite a collection of cookies to make! You'll want to bake these next:

  • Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookies
  • Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies
  • Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies
  • Lemon Sugar Cookies
  • Old Fashioned Oatmeal Cookies
  • Pecan Icebox Cookies
  • Mini M&M Cookies
  • White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies
  • Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bars

If you make this recipe, I’d love to hear about it! Leave a comment below and snap a picture and tag me on Instagram @beyondthechickencoop

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A stack of cowboy cookies on a blue napkin.

Cowboy Cookies

Kathy Berget
Hearty chocolate chip cookie with oats, pecans and coconut.
5 from 35 votes
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 18 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 22 Cookies
Calories 334 kcal

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer
  • Cookie Sheet
  • Cooling Rack
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Jumbo Size Cookie Scoop
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Ingredients
 
 

  • 2¼ cups flour
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup butter (softened, but not melted)
  • 3 eggs
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 2 cups oats (old fashioned oats)
  • 2 cups chocolate chips
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1 cup pecans (chopped)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees
  • Combine flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda and salt together
    2¼ cups flour, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, ¼ teaspoon salt
  • In a separate bowl, whip butter until smooth
    1 cup butter
  • Add sugars and beat until light and fluffy
    ¾ cup granulated sugar, ¾ cup brown sugar
  • Add eggs and vanilla and combine. Use a spatula to scrape down sides to make certain it's well mixed.
    3 eggs, 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • Add flour mixture and mix until combine
  • Add oats, chocolate chips, coconut and pecans and mix until combined
    2 cups oats, 2 cups chocolate chips, 1 cup shredded coconut, 1 cup pecans
  • Measure out ¼ cup of dough and form into a ball. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Lightly flatten dough to form a flat cookie. Continue forming cookie dough.
  • Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 17-20 minutes until golden brown.
  • Allow cookies to cool slightly and then remove from baking sheet and continue cooling on a baking rack.

Notes

Tips:
  • Be certain to preheat oven to 350 degrees
  • Butter should be softened, but not melted
  • Scrape down sides of bowl and mix well
  • Use parchment paper or a silicone liner on baking sheet for easy removal and cleanup. However, you can also use an ungreased baking sheet
  • Set timer for 17 minutes and check cookies. If they are golden brown, they are done. Otherwise keep baking for another 2-3 minutes.
Substitutions and Variations:
  • Use milk chocolate chips or dark chocolate chips
  • Pecans or walnuts may be used
  • If you don't have old fashioned oats, quick cooking or 1 minutes oats can be used. The quicker cooking oats don't keep the same texture as the old fashioned oats.
  • Add ½ cup of chopped raisins or dried cranberries for a slightly different cookie
 
 

Nutritional Disclaimer:

Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and should only be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. To obtain the most precise nutritional information in a provided recipe, you should calculate the nutritional information with the exact ingredients you are using when preparing the recipe using your preferred nutrition calculator.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 334kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 47mgSodium: 184mgPotassium: 101mgFiber: 2gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 330IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 48mgIron: 1mg
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Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Rosie says

    September 14, 2021 at 1:50 pm

    We can’t do coconut — do you recommend a replacement? Or just omit?

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      September 14, 2021 at 1:52 pm

      Hi Rosie,
      You can omit the coconut 🙂
      Enjoy!!!

      Reply
  2. Valentina says

    February 19, 2021 at 10:35 am

    Kathy, I love these! A large cookie like this is the perfect breakfast cookie -- it contains oats, after all. 😉 ~Valentina

    Reply
  3. Holly says

    February 12, 2021 at 10:44 am

    5 stars
    My family love baking cowboy cookies. I love the subtle taste of cinnamon in chocolate chip cookies. When these cookies come out of oven, no one can't resist. So good!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      February 12, 2021 at 12:16 pm

      They are delicious! So glad you enjoy them!

      Reply
  4. Dawn - Girl Heart Food says

    February 08, 2021 at 4:39 am

    5 stars
    I've never had a cowboy cookie, so clearly I've been missing out! They're packed with so many yummy ingredients and I know I'd love them. Such a perfect way to kick off the week! Love a few with a glass of milk right about now.

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      February 08, 2021 at 6:59 pm

      Cowboy cookies are fairly new to me too! But now they are one of my regular cookies 🙂

      Reply
  5. David @ Spiced says

    February 08, 2021 at 4:15 am

    5 stars
    I have to admit that I've never had a cowboy cookie - but this recipe is making me want to run to the kitchen and make a batch today! I love oats in cookies, and these cookies remind me of a similar version my sister makes that we call 'kitchen sink cookies.' I need to try this recipe ASAP because, well, because cookies. 🙂

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      February 08, 2021 at 4:53 am

      Well these cookies do have just about everything in them! Enjoy!!!

      Reply
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