2 c. sugar
1 c. brown sugar
2 c. (1 lb.) butter
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
3 c. flour
2 tsp. baking powder
2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. coconut
3 c. rolled oats
1 c. nuts (optional)

Cream sugars, butter, eggs, and vanilla. Stir in flour, baking powder, soda, and salt. Fold in coconut, oats, and nuts. Roll into balls. Press down with glass dipped in sugar. Bake at 350 degrees for 10-12 minutes.