Our Story
As a mother in rural Oklahoma, Kat's love for baking really took the dough. She crafted "The Original" white chocolate and milk chocolate pecan cookie in her modest kitchen. Family and friends eagerly awaited her cookies at every celebration. "Barbee Cookies are here!" someone would yell as she entered with dozens of delicious cookies in hand. Often, those were the same people saying, "Kat, you really NEED to open a bakery!". And with that encouragement, a seed was planted for what would become Barbee Cookies.
Educating Taste Buds Since 1999
In 1999, Kat's family relocated to Tulsa for a teaching position. With her children, Christian and Hallee, a truckload of belongings, and a Kitchen Aid mixer, Kat continued her baking tradition. She shared her cookies with neighbors, church family, school faculty, students, and business people, bringing joy to every occasion. With the encouragement and support of friends and family, Kat decided to turn her passion into a business. Combining her delicious cookie recipes and newfound business savvy, she baked up everyone's favorite cookie haven – Barbee Cookies.
"Mama, do you think we can sell this cookie in the bakery?"
The true magic happened in the Barbee kitchen when Kat's daughter, Hallee, began baking with her at age 15. Hallee actually created our beloved cinnamon roll cookie, inspired by baking for her brother and his friends! "Mama, do you think we can sell this cookie in the bakery?" she asked. Today, Hallee's cinnamon roll cookie and our iced sugar cookie are our best-sellers, enjoyed by cookie lovers worldwide!
Giving back has always been a core value for Barbee Cookies. Kat has donated thousands of cookies to organizations like John 3:16 Mission, Tulsa Boys Home, Little Lighthouse, and many more. She firmly believes that being a blessing to others brings blessings in return.
Barbee Cookies is thrilled to have locations in bustling areas of Tulsa, attracting visitors from all over the country. We’re excited to celebrate life with customers near and far, sharing the joy of our cookies with everyone who walks through our doors.
We have been honored to celebrate life with thousands of people for over thirty years and since opening the bakery in 2010. We love and appreciate our loyal customers and are incredibly proud to serve cookies to our guests.
"I'm grateful to my family who instilled the love of God and baking in me. I look forward to leaving the same legacy to my children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren".
- Kat Graham, Founder and Co-Owner (with husband and daughter), Barbee Cookies
