1 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. white sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
2 c. quick cooking oats
1 c. coconut
1 c. gumdrops, cut in pieces

Cream shortening and sugars; add eggs and vanilla; beat well. Add sifted together dry ingredients, add oats, coconut and gumdrops. Drop from teaspoon on greased cookie sheet. Flatten with spoon dipped in milk. Bake 10 minutes in 375 degree oven. Makes 6 dozen.