1 c. brown sugar, packed firmly
1 c. shortening
1 egg
1 tsp. maple flavoring
2 1/4 c. sifted all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. shredded coconut
Granulated sugar

Beat together brown sugar, shortening, egg and maple flavoring until fluffy. Add flour, baking powder and salt and mix well. Stir in coconut. Drop by spoonfuls 2 inches apart onto greased cookie sheet. Dip bottom of greased small glass into granulated sugar and press cookie flat. (Edge will be ragged.) Bake in 350 degree oven 10 to 12 minutes. Cool on rack. Yield: 5 dozen.