Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup shortening
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup coconut (optional)

Method

  • In a mixing bowl,cream shortening and brown sugar until fluffy.
  • Beat in the egg,maple syrup and vanilla until well mixed.
  • Combine flour,baking powder and salt,add to the creamed mixture.
  • Stir in coconut if desired.
  • Drop by tablespoons 2 inches apart onto greased baking sheets.
  • Bake at 350 for 12-15 minutes.
  • If you want these to be chewy remove them from the oven as soon as they start to brown.