1 c. butter
2 c. sugar
1 c. shortening
3 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 c. flaked coconut

Mix all ingredients together in large bowl. Roll into walnut-sized balls. Dip in granulated sugar. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes until tops are cracked and slightly brown. You may use red and green sugar for festive celebrations.