Cowboy Cookies

 Cowboy Cookies: A Hearty, Chewy Treat

Ingredients:

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

1 cup packed brown sugar

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

2 cups rolled oats

1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

1 cup chopped pecans (or walnuts)

1 cup shredded sweetened coconut

Directions:

Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Cream the Wet Ingredients:

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Combine Dry Ingredients:

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Add the Mix-Ins:

Fold in the rolled oats, chocolate chips, chopped nuts, and shredded coconut until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Shape and Bake:

Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. The centers will appear slightly underbaked but will set as they cool.

Cool and Serve:

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve and enjoy!