Laura Bush’s Cowboy Cookies: Indulgent Treats That Delight
Laura Bush’s Cowboy Cookies are a delightful treat that combines a variety of flavors and textures, making them an irresistible choice for any cookie lover.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
- Combine the flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually blend into the creamed mixture.
- Mix in the oats, chocolate chips, and nuts.
- Drop by large spoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes in the preheated oven, until edges are golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute different types of chocolate or add dried fruits for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10 grams
- Sodium: 100 milligrams
- Fat: 7 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 2 grams
- Cholesterol: 20 milligrams
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