Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup flaked coconut
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup shortening
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups crisp rice cereal
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Cream shortening, add sugar gradually. Add eggs and vanilla; beat until light and fluffy.
  • Sift flour, baking soda, salt, and baking powder together and mix with the first mixture. Add oatmeal, rice cereal, and coconut. Mix well.
  • Drop by tablespoons on slightly greased cookie sheet and bake for 12 minutes.