Cowboy Cookie Bars
Cowboy Cookie Bars are rich, chewy dessert bars filled with oats, chocolate chips, pecans, and coconut. They’re easy to make, full of texture, and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- ¾ cup chopped pecans (or walnuts)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease lightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually stir into the wet ingredients.
- Fold in oats, coconut, chocolate chips, and pecans.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown and set in the center.
- Let cool completely before slicing into bars.
Notes
- Use old-fashioned oats for a chewy texture.
- Substitute chocolate chips with chunks for extra gooeyness.
- Add a sprinkle of flaky sea salt on top before baking for a sweet-salty twist.
- Let bars cool completely before cutting to prevent crumbling.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.