Best 5 Mimis Favorite Ranger Cookies Recipes

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Looking for a delicious and nostalgic treat? Mimis favorite ranger cookies are a must-try. These classic cookies are known for their chewy texture, slightly crispy edges, and the perfect balance of flavors. Made with simple ingredients, these cookies are easy to make and a hit with people of all ages. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this article will provide you with the best recipe for mimis favorite ranger cookies, ensuring a delightful baking experience and delicious results. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create these timeless cookies that are sure to become a favorite in your household.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MOM'S RANGER COOKIES



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Mom makes these and I love them so I thought I'd share them with you. They don't stay around long! They are soft and yummy and kids love them.

Provided by Tammy Woodard

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Oatmeal Cookie Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup white sugar
2 large eggs
1 ¾ teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
¼ teaspoon baking powder
1 ¾ cups rolled oats
1 ¾ cups corn flake cereal
½ cup flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Beat butter, brown sugar, and white sugar together in a bowl until creamy.
  • Beat in eggs and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together both amounts of flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder. Mix flour mixture into the liquid ingredients.
  • Gently mix rolled oats, corn flakes, and coconut into the dough until thoroughly combined.
  • Drop the dough by tablespoons onto baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the cookies are light golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.7 calories, Carbohydrate 16.3 g, Cholesterol 17.9 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 95.3 mg, Sugar 9.1 g

RANGER COOKIES



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These golden brown ranger cookies are crispy on the outside and cakelike on the inside. Their tasty blend of oats, rice cereal, coconut and brown sugar have made them one of our favorite cookie recipes. You won't be able to eat just one. —Mary Lou Boyce,Wilmington, Delaware

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 7-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups quick-cooking oats
2 cups crisp rice cereal
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in oats, cereal and coconut., Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake until golden brown, 7-9 minutes. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 40mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

RANGER COOKIES RECIPE



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These are loaded with everything but the kitchen sink! You will love this hearty cookie!

Provided by Momma Cyd

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 ¼ cups flour
½ Tablespoon Baking powder
½ Tablespoon Baking Soda
½ Tablespoon Cinnamon
⅔ teaspoon salt
1 cup butter (softened to room temp)
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
⅔ Tablespoon vanilla
1 cup butterscotch chips
1 cup milk chocolate chips
2 cups quick oats
1 cup sweetened coconut
¾ cup pecans (chopped)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. In a bowl combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. Set aside.
  • In a separate large bowl beat butter until smooth, and then add in brown sugar and sugar and mix well into the butter mixture.
  • Then add in eggs and vanilla.
  • Then add in the flour mixture from the other bowl into the creamy mixture and stir just until combined.
  • Fold in the butterscotch and chocolate chips, oats, coconut, and pecans.
  • Line your pan with parchment paper or a baking mat.
  • Roll dough into 1 1/2 inch balls and place on the lined pans.
  • Bake 9 to 11 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 18 mg, Sodium 146 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 13 g, ServingSize 1 serving

RANGER COOKIES I



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This is an old recipe from the 20's and 30's.

Provided by Karen Davenport

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Drop Cookie Recipes

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup flaked coconut
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup shortening
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup white sugar
½ teaspoon baking powder
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 cups rolled oats
2 eggs
2 cups crisp rice cereal
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Cream shortening, add sugar gradually. Add eggs and vanilla; beat until light and fluffy.
  • Sift flour, baking soda, salt, and baking powder together and mix with the first mixture. Add oatmeal, rice cereal, and coconut. Mix well.
  • Drop by tablespoons on slightly greased cookie sheet and bake for 12 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.8 calories, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 20.7 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 195.7 mg, Sugar 24.9 g

BEST RANGER COOKIES



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Make and share this Best Ranger Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by grandma2969

Categories     Dessert

Time 23m

Yield 35-40 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups all-purpose white flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup white vegetable shortening
1 1/3 cups packed light brown sugar
2/3 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups old fashioned oats
2 cups corn flakes, crushed
1 1/4 cups chopped pecans
1 1/4 cups about 3 1/2 oz shredded sweetened coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375*.Grease several baking sheets or use nonstick spray.
  • In a medium bowl, thorougly stir flour, baking powder,baking soda, and salt; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, with an electric mixer on medium speed, beat together the butter and shortening until lightened. Add the brown sugar and sugar and beat until fluffy and smooth. Add the eggs and vanilla and beat until evenly incorporated. Beat or stir in flour mixture until evenly incorporated. Stir in the oats, corn flakes, pecans and coconut until evenly incorporated.
  • Let the dough stand for 5-10 minutes or until firmed up again.
  • Shape portions of dough into generous golf ball sized with lightly greased hands. Place on baking sheets, spacing about 3" apart. Using your hand, pat down the balls until about 1/3" thick.
  • Bake the cookies, one sheet at a time, in the upper third of the oven for 8-11 minutes or until tinged with brown and just beginning to firm up in the centers, be careful not to overbake.
  • Transfer the sheet to a wire rack and let stand until the cookies firm up slightly, about 3 minutes.
  • Using a spatula, transfer the cookies to wire rack and cool completely -- Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 1 month.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.3, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 21.4, Sodium 118.8, Carbohydrate 23.8, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 13.5, Protein 2.4

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use high-quality chocolate chips. Semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate chips are good choices.
  • To make the cookies chewier, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
  • If you don't have a cookie scoop, use two spoons to drop the dough onto the baking sheet. Make sure to space the cookies at least 2 inches apart.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set around the edges but still soft in the center. This will give them a chewy texture.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Conclusion:

Ranger cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are perfect for cookie swaps, potlucks, and bake sales, and they are also a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth. So next time you are looking for a simple but delicious cookie recipe, give ranger cookies a try!

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