1 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla

Cream above ingredients. Mix in: 1 1/2 c. coconut 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. salt

Add 1 cup fruit flavored gumdrops, cut in small pieces and lightly floured to prevent sticking. Bake at 375 degrees 10-12 minutes.