Description
These easy, chewy cowboy cookies require only five simple ingredients and come together in under 10 minutes of prep time. They are perfect for busy parents, offering a sweet, hearty treat with crispy edges and a soft center.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine softened butter and granulated sugar. Mix until well combined and slightly fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract and peanut butter. Mix until smooth and uniform.
- Add rolled oats to the wet mixture and stir gently until fully coated.
- Fold in chocolate chips using a spatula until evenly distributed.
- Scoop dough into balls and place on the prepared baking sheet, leaving 2 inches of space between each.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown but centers still look slightly soft.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Ensure butter is softened, not melted, to maintain texture. Do not overmix the dough once oats are added to keep cookies tender. Cookies continue to cook on the hot baking sheet after removal from the oven, so remove them when centers still look slightly soft for maximum chewiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 5
Keywords: cowboy cookies, chewy cookies, 5 ingredient cookies, easy dessert, peanut butter cookies, oatmeal cookies, quick snacks