Best Cowboy Cookies

Friday, November 9, 2018
These are the most popular cookie on the net called Cowboy cookies, but they also have so many other names.


The cowboy cookie, or often even called the everything cookies, Laura Bush cookies, DoubleTree style, and has several delicious ingredients in them.


These cookies are an oatmeal base cookie with 3 different kinds of fat for flavor, crunch, and softness.


I have adapted these cowboy cookies to be soft inside and crunchy outside. You can add so many variations and make them your own style.


These cowboy cookies are the best combination of flavors and one of our family's all-time favorites.


Scroll down to make this yummy recipe.




these are the best cowboy cookie loaded with coconut, nuts, chocolate chips, buttery flavored stacked three on top of each other on a white plate. These cookies are famous all over the web sometimes called everything cookies, rock cookies, oatmeal loaded cookies, loaded cookies or cowboy cookies.






this is a whole batch of the cowboy cookies on parchment paper cooling. They won't stick together and they are chuck full of lots of delicious ingredients thats why they call them the everything cookies or cowboy cookies.



So Many Versions!



I know there are so many versions of this popular cookie!


This is by far the best ever!


There are 3 kinds of fats to make it crunchy outside, buttery and soft in the middle.


The best part of this cookie is everything about it!


Some people do call them the everything cookie then we also tasted something similar at the Doubletree Hotel and they called the Doubletree cookies.


Whatever you want to name them is fine with me, they are super packed full of delicious addicting flavors!




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How did they get their name?



This truly is a terrific tasting cookie that can stand tall with pride.


The chewiness from the oats, the, of course, the outer layer of crispness from the shortening and butter make this a unique style of cookie.


The “Cowboy Cookie” name, I came across some very interesting history regarding this recipe, which included some of our First Ladies favorites, like Laura Bush.


Apparently, there were many cookie recipes that were printed throughout the years, with many different stories that we're told how they came about.



how to make cowboy cookies



Some Other Variations

  1. chopped dark chocolate chunks
  2. minced cherries
  3. chopped snicker bars
  4. white chocolate chips
  5. peanut butter or butterscotch chips
  6. assorted dried fruits
  7. peppermint chips
  8. lemon chips
  9. zest of oranges
  10. sunflower or pumpkin seeds for nut allergies
  11. macadamia nuts or pistachios
  12. after baked top with mini marshmallows and toast them under the broiler
  13. spread the top of cooled cookies with a favorite jam and coconut



this is a cowboy cookie dough and the best cowboy cookies loaded with coconut, nuts, chocolate chips, buttery flavored stacked three on top of each other on a white plate. These cookies are famous all over the web sometimes called everything cookies, rock cookies, oatmeal loaded cookies, loaded cookies or cowboy cookies.



Party Ideas

  • bake these in miniature cupcake tins and make a well to fill them with pudding aftercooled
  • bake one big cookie in a round pizza  pan
  • frost the cookie with chocolate ganache and sprinkles
  • top with mini marshmallow after baking and broil the tops for a rocky road summer cookie
  • sprinkle frosted cookies with colorful candies to match the party theme



this is a cowboy cookie dough and the best cowboy cookies loaded with coconut, nuts, chocolate chips, buttery flavored stacked three on top of each other on a white plate. These cookies are famous all over the web sometimes called everything cookies, rock cookies, oatmeal loaded cookies, loaded cookies or cowboy cookies.



Quick Tips

  • for chewy cookies the longer you keep the raw dough in the refrigerator the chewier the cookie will be
  • butter makes the cookies soft because of the water content using part shortening will make crunchier cookies
  • slow bake the cookies for crunchier style cookies on 325 degrees
  • always measure the flour exactly or this will produce a flat cookie
  • only use old fashioned oats


this is a best cowboy cookie loaded with coconut, nuts, chocolate chips, buttery flavored stacked three on top of each other on a white plate. These cookies are famous all over the web sometimes called everything cookies, rock cookies, oatmeal loaded cookies, loaded cookies or cowboy cookies.



Check Out Some More Of Our Family Favorite Cookie Recipes



Coconut Chocolate Chip
Oatmeal Raisin
Ginger Snap
Snickerdoodle
Triple Chocolate Macadamia




this is a best cowboy cookie loaded with coconut, nuts, chocolate chips, buttery flavored stacked three on top of each other on a white plate. These cookies are famous all over the web sometimes called everything cookies, rock cookies, oatmeal loaded cookies, loaded cookies or cowboy cookies.



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Whatever You Name Them!



Whether you name these the Doubletree Copycat Cookies, The Everything CookiePresident Bush/Gore Cookie, it doesn't matter!


This adapted recipe for this cowboy cookie is the best ever and I want you all to try them.


They will be your family's new favorite cookie for the cookie jar!



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Author: Claudia Lamascolo
Best Cowboy Cookies

Best Cowboy Cookies

Prep time: 11 MinCook time: 12 MinTotal time: 23 Min
These cookies have numerous names for them. They can be called either the doubletree, everything cookie, Laura Bush cookies or cowboy cookie

Ingredients

  • 2 cups old fashioned oats do no use quick-cooking
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2/3 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 1/2 cups butter
  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/2 cup coconut
  • 1 cup pecans chopped or any kind of nuts you like
  • 6 ounces semisweet chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, white chips, or a combo
  • Optional:
  • chopped dark chocolate chunks
  • minced cherries
  • chopped snicker bars
  • white chocolate chips
  • peanut butter or butterscotch chips
  • assorted dried fruits
  • peppermint chips
  • lemon chips
  • zest of oranges
  • sunflower or pumpkin seeds for nut allergies
  • macadamia nuts or pistachios
  • after baked top with mini marshmallows and toast them under the broiler
  • spread the top of cooled cookies with a favorite jam and coconut

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Beat the sugars and all the butter, and shortening together until fluffy around 3 minutes
  3. (I use an industrial mixer). Add the eggs and vanilla. Add the baking soda, powder, then stir in the flour and oats.
  4. Add the coconut, pecans, and chocolate chips or peanut butter chips. I even mix them up sometimes. 
  5. These are also great with other candy-coated chocolate pieces.
  6. The batter is very thick I use a medium-sized ice cream scoop.
  7. You can also roll the dough into golf size balls and put them on parchment or Silpat mat to bake.
  8. Bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees 12 to 15 minutes or until they start to brown on top depending on how big you make yours and how crispy you like them.

Notes:

Party Ideas

  • bake these in miniature cupcake tins and make a well to fill them with pudding after cooling
  • bake one big cookie in a round pizza pan
  • frost the cookie with chocolate ganache and sprinkles
  • top with mini marshmallow after baking and broil the tops for a rocky road summer cookie
  • sprinkle frosted cookies with colorful candies to match the party theme

Quick Tips

  • for chewy cookies the longer you keep the raw dough in the refrigerator the chewier the cookie will be
  • butter makes the cookies soft because of the water content using part shortening will make crunchier cookies
  • slow bake the cookies for crunchier style cookies on 325 degrees
  • always measure the flour exactly or this will produce a flat cookie
  • only use old fashioned oats



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35 comments

  1. If a cookie has oatmeal in it, I know I'm going to enjoy it. Your loaded version sounds great.

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  2. We love oatmeal chocolate chip cookies! I love the addition of the coconut! I also love that this recipe has some history to it- it is fun to learn a little trivia about a recipe.

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  3. They look chewy and crisp at the same time. Perfect!

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  4. These look so good. I'm vegan though, I can substitute vegan butter for the margarine but am wondering about the shortening? Can I just add more butter?

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  5. I love everything that's going on with those cookies! Coconut for sweetness, and THREE kinds of fat!! You're speaking my language

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  6. I love these cookies! I'm a huge fan of oatmeal cookies in general, but these are outstanding!!!

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  7. Homemade cookies are the best. I don't know anyone that would not devour these. In fact, it would be hard to wait until they are cool enough to eat.

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  8. Very interesting name to these delicious looking cookies. I like mine crispy outside and soft inside and these sound just PERFECT. My kids will LOVE these.

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  9. Oh I bet these cookies taste amazing. I'm always in the mood for new cookies recipe to try. This goes on my list.

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  10. I love oatmeal cookies and these look perfect. I love that you used butter, margarin and vegetable shortening. Definitely a very interesting texture.

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  11. Cowboy cookies are awesome. I mean, adding coconut to anything is the best!

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  12. The recipe for your cookies looks very good. Looks beautiful and tasty! Cannot wait to try this. I add your recipe to my favorite.

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  13. These cookies look delish! Thanks for inspiration

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  14. I like all the variations you can get from the same basic recipe. And I never heard that name! Interesting!

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  15. My kids love oatmeal cookies very much. Your recipe seems to me very light and I want to try to cook it. Looks nice and delicious.

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  16. Oh, My!! You have all the ingredients I love in a cookie -- oatmeal, chocolate chips, coconut! WOW!! This recipe is three cookies in one! I can't wait to make this recipe -- perfect for those who want each of those cookies but can only have one.

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  17. I agree with you my favorite cookies are cowboy cookies because you can add everything nuts, chocolate chips, oats, raisins, literally everything. Your cookie sounds to be really nice.

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  18. I have always wanted to try Cowboy Cookies! I've heard great things about them ^_^ yours look so good, Claudia!

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  19. I love oatmeal cookies and have seen recipes for this one many times and need to try it. Yours look and sound awesome, Claudia!

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  20. Claudia, these look so chewy and delicious! Can't wait to give this cookie recipe a try. Wishing you a safe and happy Holiday season. Take Care

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  21. I've never had cowboy cookies, but wow, do these look amazing! I can't wait to try them!

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  22. Oatmeal cookies are a family favorite so I love this twist! I know my kids are going to gobble them up!

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  23. These cowboy cookies look superlicious! I love that they have chocolate chip and coconut in them!

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  24. Love how versatile this recipe can be. I'd definitely have your half with the nuts. I do wonder if you can substitute the shortening with butter?

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  25. Love cowboy cookies! I can't wait to try your version soon!

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  26. They are just awesome.. Love them for breakfast with some milk..

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  27. I never tried cowboy cookies before. They sound delicious. I will definitely give them a try. Thanks!

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  28. I made these for my grandchildren and they absolutely loved them! Will definitely make again!

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  29. This cookie recipe was a hit in my house, hands down the best cowboy cookies I have tried! Thanks so much for sharing!🙏🏾

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  30. These cookies were so good! My kids couldn't stop eating them!

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  31. I love how many variations you included-- one for everyday of the week, and then some!

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  32. These cookies are loaded! I bet they're so tasty! Can't wait to make them with my little guy.

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  33. These cookies were so delicious. I used m&ms in mine and they disappeared in a day!

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  34. These cookies look so delicious, can't wait to try it out.

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  35. These are really amazing cookies!! My kids got addicted instantly!

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