Ingredients

  • 1 c. shortening
  • 1 1/4 c. sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 1 c. mashed banana
  • 2 2/3 c. flour
  • 1 tsp. soda
  • 2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1 c. chopped nuts
  • sugar/cinnamon mixture

Method

  • Cream together shortening and sugar.
  • Add eggs and vanilla (mix well).
  • Sift flour, baking powder, soda and salt together. Add to shortening mixture.
  • Add bananas and nuts.
  • Drop cookies by teaspoonfuls onto a greased pan.
  • Sprinkle with sugar/cinnamon mixture.
  • Bake 10 to 12 minutes at 350°.