1 c. brown sugar, packed
1 c. shortening
1 egg
1 tsp. maple flavor
Granulated sugar
2 1/4 c. all purpose flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
4 oz. coconut

Beat brown sugar, shortening, egg, maple flavor together until fluffy. Add flour, baking powder and salt. Mix well and stir in coconut. Drop by spoonfuls 2 inches apart onto cookie sheet. Dip bottom of greased glass in sugar and press cookie flat. Bake at 350 degrees for 10-12 minutes. Cool on rack. 5 dozen.