Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup shortening
  • 1 1/4 cups packed brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup white sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup shredded coconut
  • 2 cups quick cooking oats
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 3/4 cup chopped peanuts

Method

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Sift together flour, salt, baking soda and baking powder and set aside.
  • Cream together shortening, brown sugar and white sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, vanilla and coconut.
  • Add sifted ingredients and mix well. Stir in oatmeal, chocolate chips and nuts. Mix thoroughly.
  • Drop by teaspoonful onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake for 8--12 minutes until golden brown.