Hamdi Saidani This Pioneer Woman Everything Cookies recipe is a hearty and chewy recipe, which is made with crunchy granola and a mix of dried fruit and pecans. It’s the perfect on-the-go breakfast or afternoon snack, a loaded cookie that’s packed with energy.
Pioneer Woman Everything Cookies Ingredients
A classic “kitchen sink” combination for the ultimate hearty cookie.
- 3 sticks (1 1/2 cups) butter, softened
- 2 cups packed brown sugar
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 whole large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 heaping cups all-purpose flour
- 4 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups prepared granola
- 1 heaping cup quick oats
- 1 1/2 cups dried apricots, chopped
- 1 cup dried cherries
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup golden raisins
How To Make Pioneer Woman Everything Cookies
A step-by-step guide to these wonderfully soft, chewy, and loaded cookies.
- Prep Oven and Cream Butter: Preheat the oven to 375°F. In a large bowl with an electric mixer, cream the softened butter and both sugars together until light and fluffy.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: Beat in the vanilla extract, then add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Combine the Dough: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. On low speed, gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture until just combined.
- Fold in the “Everything”: Switch to a spatula and fold in the granola, oatmeal, chopped apricots, dried cherries, pecans, and raisins until they are evenly distributed throughout the thick dough.
- Scoop and Bake: Using a cookie scoop or two spoons, drop mounds of dough onto ungreased cookie sheets, leaving some space between them. Bake for 12 to 14 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cookies cool on the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Recipe Tips
For the perfect, chewy, and flavor-packed “everything” cookie.
- How to get a perfectly chewy cookie? The key is to not overbake them. Pull these cookies from the oven when the edges are golden and the centers look set but are still soft. They will continue to firm up as they cool on the hot baking sheet.
- Can I customize the mix-ins? Absolutely! This is the ultimate “kitchen sink” cookie, so feel free to get creative. You can swap the dried fruits for your favorites, use different nuts like walnuts, or even add chocolate chips or butterscotch chips.
- Why is the dough so thick? This is a very hearty, loaded dough, so it’s meant to be thick and chunky to hold all the delicious mix-ins. A sturdy stand mixer is helpful, but a hand mixer and a good spatula will also work.
- Can I make the dough ahead of time? Yes, this cookie dough is great for making ahead. You can cover and refrigerate the dough for up to 3 days. You can also scoop the dough into balls, freeze them solid on a baking sheet, and then store them in a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding an extra 2-3 minutes to the bake time.
What To Serve With Everything Cookies
A complete, on-the-go breakfast or hearty snack.
These hearty cookies are a perfect grab-and-go breakfast all on their own. They are fantastic with:
- A hot cup of coffee or tea
- A cold glass of milk or a yogurt smoothie
- A piece of fresh fruit, like a banana or an apple
How To Store Everything 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 a week.
Pioneer Woman Everything Cookies Nutrition Facts
An estimated guide per cookie.
- Calories: 223 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Fat: 11 g
Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.
FAQs
What makes a cookie an u0022everythingu0022 cookie?
An u0022everythingu0022 or u0022kitchen sinku0022 cookie is known for being big, hearty, and loaded with a wide variety of mix-ins, like the oats, granola, multiple dried fruits, and nuts in this recipe.
Can I add chocolate chips?
Yes! The recipe humorously notes that it’s a u0022guilt-freeu0022 cookie because it has no chocolate, but 1-2 cups of your favorite chocolate chips would be a delicious addition.
Can I use old-fashioned rolled oats instead of quick oats?
Yes, you can. Old-fashioned rolled oats will give the cookie an even chewier and more rustic texture, which would be fantastic in this hearty cookie.
Try More Pioneer Woman Recipes:
- Pioneer Woman Cut-Out Cookies Recipe
- Pioneer Woman Brown Butter Cookies Recipe
- Pioneer Woman White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies Recipe
Pioneer Woman Everything Cookies Recipe
Description
The ultimate hearty u0022kitchen sinku0022 cookie, loaded with everything but the chocolate! These chewy cookies are packed with granola, oats, dried apricots, cherries, raisins, and pecans for the perfect on-the-go breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and both sugars until fluffy. Beat in the vanilla and eggs.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients.
- Fold in the granola, oatmeal, apricots, cherries, pecans, and raisins.
- Drop spoonfuls of the thick dough onto ungreased cookie sheets.
- Bake for 12 to 14 minutes, until the edges are golden brown.
- Let cool on the pan for a few minutes before moving to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- u003cliu003eThis dough is very thick and loaded with goodies. A stand mixer is recommended for easier mixing.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eDon’t over-bake these cookies; they should be soft in the center when they come out of the oven for the perfect chewy texture.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eThe unbaked cookie dough balls can be frozen for up to three months for a quick and hearty treat anytime.u003c/liu003eu003cliu003eFeel free to customize the mix-ins with your favorite dried fruits and nuts.u003c/liu003e
