Hamdi Saidani This Pioneer Woman Cowboy Cookies recipe is a chewy and loaded recipe, which is made with old-fashioned oats and crunchy pecans. It’s the ultimate comfort food recipe, ready in about an hour.
Pioneer Woman Cowboy Cookies Ingredients
A classic combination for the ultimate “everything” cookie.
- 1 cup salted butter, divided
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 2 tsp. vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp. baking soda
- 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup coconut flakes
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling
How To Make Pioneer Woman Cowboy Cookies
A step-by-step guide to these wonderfully soft, chewy, and loaded cookies.
- Brown the Butter: In a medium, light-colored saucepan, melt 1/2 cup of the butter over medium heat. Continue to cook, swirling the pan, for 3 to 5 minutes, until the butter turns a deep golden brown and has a nutty aroma. Immediately pour it into a large, heatproof mixing bowl to stop the cooking process and let it cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: Preheat the oven to 350°F. To the bowl with the cooled browned butter, add the remaining 1/2 cup of softened butter, the brown sugar, and the granulated sugar. Using a stand or hand mixer, beat on medium-high speed for 2 to 3 minutes, until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Mix the Dough: Reduce the mixer speed to low. Add the eggs and vanilla and beat until smooth. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and cinnamon. Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture in three parts, mixing on low speed until just incorporated after each addition.
- Add the Mix-ins: Add the oats, pecans, coconut flakes, and chocolate chips to the bowl. Mix on low speed or stir with a spatula until everything is just combined.
- Scoop and Bake: Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper. Using a 2-tablespoon cookie scoop, drop mounds of dough onto the baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie. Bake for 12 to 14 minutes, until the edges are golden brown and the tops look dry. Let the cookies cool for 2 minutes on the baking sheet before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely. Sprinkle with a little flaky sea salt while they are still warm.
Recipe Tips
For the perfect, chewy, and flavor-packed cowboy cookie.
- How to brown butter perfectly? The key is to use a light-colored saucepan so you can see the color change. Cook it over medium heat, swirling it frequently. It will foam up, then the foam will subside, and you’ll see golden-brown milk solids at the bottom. The aroma will be nutty and rich. Remove it from the heat immediately to prevent burning.
- Why use both brown butter and softened butter? This is a fantastic flavor trick. The browned butter adds an incredible depth and a nutty, toffee-like flavor, while the softened butter provides the classic creaming structure needed for a soft and chewy cookie texture.
- Can I make these cookies without nuts or coconut? Yes, you can omit them if you have an allergy or preference. The cookie will still be a delicious loaded oatmeal chocolate chip cookie.
- How do I get thick, chewy cookies? For thicker cookies that spread less, you can chill the scooped dough balls on the baking sheet in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before baking. Also, be careful not to overbake them; pull them from the oven when the centers still look slightly soft.
What To Serve With Cowboy Cookies
The perfect accompaniment for this classic, hearty cookie.
These loaded cookies are a treat all on their own, especially with:
- A tall, cold glass of milk
- A hot cup of black coffee
- A scoop of vanilla bean ice cream to make a giant cookie sandwich
How To Store Cowboy Cookies
Keeping your cookies soft and fresh.
- Room Temperature: Once completely cooled, store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. They will stay soft and chewy for up to 5 days.
Pioneer Woman Cowboy Cookies Nutrition Facts
An estimated guide per cookie.
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Fat: 12 g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
What makes a cookie a u0022cowboy cookieu0022?
A cowboy cookie is a type of u0022kitchen sinku0022 cookie, known for being big, hearty, and loaded with a mix of ingredients. The classic combination almost always includes rolled oats, pecans, coconut, and chocolate chips.
Can I use quick oats instead of old-fashioned rolled oats?
You can, but the texture will be different. Old-fashioned rolled oats provide a much chewier, heartier texture that is characteristic of a cowboy cookie. Quick oats will result in a softer, cakier cookie.
My cookies are too flat. Why?
Flat cookies are usually the result of the butter being too soft or melted when you started creaming it with the sugar. Chilling the dough before baking is the best way to combat spreading and ensure a thicker cookie.
Try More Pioneer Woman Recipes:
- Pioneer Woman Sugar Cookies Recipe
- Pioneer Woman Apple Pie Cookies Recipe
- Pioneer Woman Pecan Pie Cookies Recipe
Pioneer Woman Cowboy Cookies Recipe
Description
The ultimate chewy and loaded u0022everythingu0022 cookie, packed with old-fashioned oats, pecans, coconut, and chocolate chips, with a deep, nutty flavor from browned butter.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Brown 1/2 cup of the butter in a saucepan until golden and nutty; let it cool completely in a large mixing bowl.
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- To the cooled brown butter, add the remaining 1/2 cup of softened butter and both sugars. Cream together until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs and vanilla until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, and cinnamon. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients.
- Stir in the oats, pecans, coconut, and chocolate chips until just combined.
- Drop 2-tablespoon scoops of dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets, about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes until the edges are golden. Let cool on the pan for a few minutes, sprinkle with flaky salt, then move to a wire rack.
Notes
- u003cliu003eBrowning half the butter is a secret step that adds an incredible nutty, toffee-like depth of flavor to the cookies.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eFor a simpler version, you can skip the browning step and just use 1 full cup of softened butter.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eDo not over-bake these cookies! They should look slightly soft in the center when you pull them from the oven for the perfect chewy texture.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eChilling the cookie dough for 30 minutes before baking will result in thicker, less spread-out cookies.u003c/liu003e
