This flavorful cookie brings together a mix of tastes and textures that work well for the winter holidays or any other time of year. The wheat flour and oats are filling, and the dried fruit and orange zest add freshness to your cookie platter.

How to prepare and freeze the dough

To save time, you can prepare and freeze the dough ahead of time.

To make these cookies ahead, scoop the dough onto a parchment-lined sheet pan, flatten the dough balls, sprinkle them with pistachios, and freeze them. Once frozen, the cookie dough can be stored in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months. When ready to bake, place the frozen cookies on a parchment-lined sheet pan and bake at 325°F (165°C) for 8 to 12 minutes.

Cowboy Cookies

Prep Time
31 min
Cook Time
20 min
Total Time
51 min

Ingredients:

Makes 40 servings


Instructions:

Nutrition Facts

Servings Per Recipe: 40 cookies
Amount Per Serving
Calories128
Total fats6.08 g
Saturated fat2.03 g
Trans fat
Total carbohydrates16.18 g
Dietary fiber1.96 g
Added sugars9.45 g
Sodium97.06 mg
Protein2.64 g

Tips from our kitchen

Thanks to the orange zest, these cookies have a fresh, citrusy aroma while baking. If you’re expecting company, consider popping in a batch right before they arrive for a fruity holiday smell that doubles as a treat for your guests. — Megan Severs, senior editorial director