1 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. granulated sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
2 c. oatmeal
1 c. coconut
1 c. gumdrops, cut in sm. pieces

Thoroughly cream shortening and sugars; add eggs and beat well. Add vanilla. Mix dry ingredients. Add to creamed mixture. Add oats, coconut and gumdrops. Roll into small balls; press flat with fork. Bake in moderate oven (375 degrees) for 10 minutes. Makes 6 dozen crisp cookies.