I know this recipe sounds different but it was a favorite growing up. They were always one of this first kinds gone when we went to visit grandma.
INGREDIENTS (for 2 servings):
- 1/2 cup shortening
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 cup white sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup flaked coconut
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 cups rolled oats
PREPARATION:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
In a medium mixing bowl cream shortening, butter, and sugars. Add eggs and vanilla until blended. Set aside.
In a separate bowl, combine dry ingredients, withholding the coconut until all other dry ingredients are blended. Add coconut.
Combine wet and dry ingredients until moist. Drop on greased cookie sheet about 1-2 inches apart. Bake for 10 minutes or until golden. Remove from oven immedietly- if overcooked cookies get HARD.