Ranger Cookies
These classic Ranger Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with oats, crispy rice cereal, and sweet coconut. An old-fashioned cookie recipe that’s easy to make and perfect for holidays, potlucks, or everyday baking.
Servings: 36 Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter softened
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups quick oats
- 2 cups crispy rice cereal
- 1 cup shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- Fold in oats, rice cereal, and shredded coconut until evenly distributed.
- Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For softer Ranger Cookies, slightly underbake and let them finish setting on the baking sheet.
- You can substitute half the sugar with brown sugar for a deeper flavor.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
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These cookies freeze well both baked and unbaked.
Ranger Cookies are very forgiving and easy to customize.
- Butter: Can be replaced with margarine or plant-based butter if needed.
- Sugar: Swap up to half of the granulated sugar with brown sugar for a richer flavor.
- Coconut: If you’re not a coconut fan, you can reduce or omit it, though it’s traditional in classic Ranger Cookies.
- Oats: Quick oats are traditional, but old-fashioned oats can be used for a chewier texture.
- Add-ins: Chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or raisins are popular additions without losing that classic Ranger Cookie taste.