Best 3 Laura Bush Cowboy Cookies Recipes

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For those seeking a delicious and classic treat, Laura Bush's Cowboy Cookies are an ideal choice. These delectable cookies, named after former First Lady Laura Bush, have become renowned for their distinctive flavor and unique combination of ingredients. With their chewy texture, delightful sweetness, and generous portions of chocolate chips, pecans, and coconut, these cookies are sure to tantalize the taste buds of cookie enthusiasts of all ages. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article will provide you with the best recipes and expert tips to create these iconic Cowboy Cookies, ensuring a delightful and memorable baking experience.

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LAURA BUSH'S COWBOY COOKIES RECIPE - (4.1/5)



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Provided by mommumma

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 tablespoon baking soda
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups butter, room temperature
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups brown sugar
3 eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla
3 cups semisweet chocolate chips
3 cups old fashioned rolled oats
2 cups sweetened coconut flakes
2 cups chopped pecans (8 ounce) (optional - I omit)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350ºF. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside. In a second bowl, beat the butter on medium speed until smooth. Add the sugar and brown sugar and beat for another 2 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla. Stir in the flour mixture, blending until just combined. Add the chips, oats, coconut, and pecans and stir until fully incorporated. Drop by rounded tablespoon onto an un-greased baking sheet, making sure to allow plenty of room between cookies. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set and golden brown. Allow the cookies to cool on the pan for 1-2 minutes before placing on a cooling rack. Enjoy!

LAURA BUSH'S COWBOY COOKIES



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Categories     Chocolate

Yield 36 large cookies

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 tablespoon baking soda
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups butter (at room temperature)
1-1/2 cups granulated sugar
1-1/2 cups packed light-brown sugar
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
3 cups semisweet chocolate chips
3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
2 cups sweetened flake coconut
2 cups chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 F. Mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt in bowl. In 8-quart bowl, beat butter on medium speed until smooth and creamy, 1 minute. Gradually beat in sugars; beat to combine, 2 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating after each. Beat in vanilla extract. Stir in flour mixture until just combined. Add chocolate chips, oats, coconut and pecans. For each cookie, drop 1/4 cup dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing 3 inches apart. Bake for 17 to 19 minutes, until edges are lightly browned; rotate sheets halfway through. Remove cookies from rack to cool. Makes about 3 dozen cookies. NOTE: For 6 dozen (72) smaller cookies, use 2 tablespoons dough for each. Bake at 350 F for 15 to 18 minutes.

LAURA BUSH COWBOY COOKIES



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Delicious!

Provided by wanda sluss

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 c flour
1 Tbsp baking powder
1 Tbsp soda
1 Tbsp cinnamon
1 tsp salt
1 1/2 c butter
1 1/2 c sugar
1 1/2 c brown sugar
3 eggs
1 Tbsp vanilla
3 c semi sweet choc chips
2 c coconut
2 c pecans
3 c rolled oats

Steps:

  • 1. -preheat oven to 350 -combine and sift dry ingredients -beat butter - add sugar and beat 2 minutes - add eggs one at a time -add vanilla - stir in dry ingredients - add chips, oats, coconut, nuts - drop by spoon on ungreased cookie sheet - bake 10-12 min.

Tips:

  • Use softened butter for easy creaming and smooth dough.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading.
  • Don't overmix the dough, as this can result in tough cookies.
  • Press the cookie dough balls flat with a fork before baking to create a classic cowboy cookie look.
  • Bake the cookies until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.

Conclusion:

Laura Bush's cowboy cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their chewy texture, crispy edges, and loaded with oats, chocolate chips, and nuts, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give these cowboy cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!

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