CHEWY OATMEAL COOKIES WITH COCONUT

Chewy Oatmeal Cookies with Coconut image

When our family gathered at my aunt's summer home on Mackinac Island a few years back, she pulled out her tried-and-true recipe and made these wholesome cookies. I think of her and that memorable vacation every time I make these for my own family.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield about 6-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups quick-cooking oats
2 cups cornflakes
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup salted peanuts

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in remaining ingredients. , Drop by level tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 189mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.