cookie monsters

20 Pinches
Bantam, CT
Updated on Jan 30, 2014

I got this recipe out of our local weekly newspaper last week. These cookies are so YUMMY, I just had to share. ENJOY!!

prep time
cook time
method Bake
yield Makes 2 - 3 dozen cookies

Ingredients

  • 1 cup shortening
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 - eggs
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups quick cooking oats
  • 2 cups crisp rice cereal
  • 1 cup flaked coconut

How To Make cookie monsters

  • Step 1
    In a large mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Then beat in eggs and vanilla.
  • Step 2
    In a small bowl combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  • Step 3
    Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture and mix well.
  • Step 4
    Stir in the oats, coconut and the cereal.
  • Step 5
    Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Step 6
    Bake in preheated 350 degree oven for 7-9 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Discover More

Category: Cookies
Method: Bake
Culture: American
Ingredient: Flour

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