55 years ago, in 1969, John Schlesinger’s Midnight Cowboy premiered in the United States. Adapted by Waldo Salt from James Leo Herlihy’s 1965 novel, the film stars Jon Voight as Joe Buck, a naive Texan who moves to New York City to become a male prostitute, and Dustin Hoffman as “Ratso” Rizzo, a sickly con man who becomes his unlikely friend. The film’s raw portrayal of urban life and complex human relationships marked a significant departure from traditional Hollywood narratives.   Midnight C

For an updated base to this layered dessert, we looked to cowboy cookies, packed with cinnamon, chocolate chips, coconut, and of course pecans. Head to the comments to see the written recipe for this new treat that you’re sure to be pulling from the fridge come midnight. 😉 | Southern Living