Best Easy Ranger Cookies Recipe

Hearty Ranger cookies loaded with oats, coconut, and cereal deliver a crunchy, chewy family treat. These everything-in-the-pantry cookies are satisfying and wonderfully textured.

Cook 45 min Difficulty NORMAL 170 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • unsalted butter 1 cup
  • granulated sugar 1 cup
  • brown sugar 1 cup
  • large eggs 2 pieces
  • all-purpose flour 2 cups
  • old-fashioned oats 2 cups
  • shredded coconut 1 cup
  • crispy rice cereal 2 cups
Seasonings/Sauce
  • baking soda 1 tsp
  • baking powder 0.5 tsp
  • salt 0.5 tsp
  • vanilla extract 1 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 23 g 54%
Protein 2 g 5%
Fat 7 g 41%
Serving size 38g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper for even baking.

  2. 2

    Cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

  3. 3

    Beat in eggs, one at a time, blending well after each addition, then mix in vanilla extract.

  4. 4

    In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing on low until just blended.

  5. 5

    Fold in oats, shredded coconut, and crispy rice cereal by hand to preserve their texture and avoid crushing the cereal.

  6. 6

    Using a rounded tablespoon, drop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.

  7. 7

    Bake each sheet in the center of the oven for 10-12 minutes, rotating halfway, until edges are golden but centers are slightly underbaked for chewiness.

  8. 8

    Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to set before transferring to a wire rack to finish cooling completely.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in Ranger Cookies?
The defining ingredients in Ranger Cookies are oats, shredded coconut, and crispy rice cereal. These work together to deliver the unique chewy and crunchy texture that distinguishes this cookie from standard oatmeal cookies.
Q. How do I avoid overbaking and keep these cookies chewy?
To ensure chewy centers, bake until the edges are just turning golden but the centers remain slightly underbaked—about 10-12 minutes per sheet. Letting them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes helps set the cookie without sacrificing softness.
Q. What's the carbohydrate content and fat ratio per serving?
Each Ranger Cookie serving contains approximately 23g of carbohydrates (54% of total calories) and 7g of fat (41% of total calories), making it moderately high in carbs and fat for a treat.
Q. Why is folding in the add-ins by hand important?
Folding in the oats, coconut, and cereal by hand preserves their structure and texture, which ensures the cookies stay crunchy and chewy rather than dense or mushy.
Q. Can you summarize the main flavor and texture profile?
These cookies are hearty and satisfying with rich butter notes, warm sweetness from brown sugar, and a layered texture—crunchy from cereal and coconut, with a chewy bite from oats.
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