Cowgirl Cookies

Ingredients

• 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)
• 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine the oats, flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, brown sugar, and granulated sugar.
3. In another bowl, cream the softened butter with the brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Fold in the chocolate chips, chopped nuts, and shredded coconut (if using).
7. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers are still soft.

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