Chocolate Chip Cowboy Cookies Recipe

Experience the legendary taste of Chocolate Chip Cowboy Cookies! These crispy, craveable cookies are a family favorite, perfected over generations. My mother's recipe, passed down to me and now shared with you, delivers the ultimate combination of chewy chocolate chips, crunchy pecans, and sweet coconut. A nostalgic treat that's perfect for sharing (or keeping all to yourself!). Get ready for the best cookies you'll ever bake!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 24 mins
Calories 878.8 kcal
Protein 22g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chocolate Chip Cowboy Cookies

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How to Make Chocolate Chip Cowboy Cookies

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter and ¾ cup packed light brown sugar and ¾ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix well.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Stir in 2 cups chocolate chips, 1 cup chopped pecans, and 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut.
  7. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  8. Bake for 11-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  9. Let cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Enjoy your delicious Chocolate Chip Cowboy Cookies!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

255g

Fat

115g

Carbs

37g