Texas Buffalo Chips
Texas Buffalo Chips are indulgent, sweet cookies loaded with oatmeal, pecans, and chocolate chips, perfect for satisfying dessert cravings or sharing at gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 c. granulated sugar ⓘ
- 2 c. brown sugar ⓘ
- 1 lb. butter or margarine ⓘ
- 4 eggs ⓘ
- 4 c. flour ⓘ
- 2 tsp. baking powder ⓘ
- 2 tsp. soda ⓘ
- 2 tsp. vanilla ⓘ
- 1 c. chopped pecans
- 2 c. uncooked oatmeal
- 3 c. Special K cereal ⓘ
- 1 c. coconut ⓘ
- 1 (6 oz.) pkg. semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 (6 oz.) pkg. milk chocolate chips ⓘ
- 1 (6 oz.) pkg. butterscotch chips ⓘ
Instructions
- Cream together the butter and the sugars in a large bowl.
- Sift together the flour, baking powder, and soda.
- Add the sifted dry ingredients to the sugar mixture.
- Blend well and then add the remaining ingredients as listed.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 2 hours or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until slightly brown.
Tips & Substitutions
For the Texas Buffalo Chips, consider using unsalted butter for a more controlled saltiness. If you're short on time, you can skip chilling the dough, but chilling helps the flavors meld and improves the texture. If you don't have pecans, walnuts or almonds can be great substitutes. You can also replace the Special K cereal with any puffed rice or corn cereal you have on hand.
Serving Suggestions
These Texas Buffalo Chips are delightful on their own but can be served alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert. They also pair beautifully with a warm cup of coffee or tea. For a fun twist, try them with a side of Pumpkin-Raisin Bread Pudding to create a unique dessert platter.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftover Texas Buffalo Chips in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze them in a single layer on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to three months. To reheat, place them in a 350°F oven for about 5 minutes to regain their crispness.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Texas Buffalo Chips contains roughly 3131 calories, with 39g protein, 478g carbohydrates, and 95g fat. It is an excellent source of iron (222% of the Daily Value), vitamin C (168% of the Daily Value), and calcium (154% of the Daily Value). Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 1361mg per serving (59% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different type of sugar?
Yes, you can substitute some or all of the granulated sugar with coconut sugar or another sweetener. Keep in mind that this may slightly alter the flavor and texture of the cookies, as different sugars behave differently when baked.
What can I use instead of chocolate chips?
If you don’t have chocolate chips, you can use chopped chocolate bars or even dried fruit for a different flavor. White chocolate chips or peanut butter chips are also great alternatives that will change the taste profile while still being delicious.
How do I know when the cookies are done baking?
The Texas Buffalo Chips are done when they are slightly brown around the edges and still soft in the center. They will continue to firm up as they cool on the baking sheet, so be careful not to overbake them for the best texture.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).