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Cowboy Cookie Bars

Irresistibly Chewy Cowboy Cookie Bars for Sweet Cravings

Indulge in these Cowboy Cookie Bars, a delightful treat combining oats, pecans, and chocolate in a chewy, nostalgic blondie format.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1 large egg yolk room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup pecans chopped
For Finishing Touches
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking pan
  • spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cowboy Cookie Bars
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8 x 8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter and brown sugar until well blended.
  3. Add the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.
  4. Sift in the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt, and gently fold until just combined.
  5. Fold in oats, coconut, chocolate chips, and pecans until evenly distributed.
  6. Spread the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are golden.
  7. Allow to cool in the pan for at least 10-15 minutes, then remove and cool completely before cutting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing. Avoid overmixing to keep the bars chewy.

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