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oatmeal date coconut drop cookies

(2 ratings)
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Recipe by
Diana Perry
@Empebi
Martinez, GA

I've had this old recipe for a long time, and am not sure of it's origin. However, the cookies are delish and are always a hit when I bring them to a party, or to share at work.

(2 ratings)
method Bake

Ingredients For oatmeal date coconut drop cookies

  • 1 c
    shortening
  • 2 c
    brown sugar
  • 1 tsp
    baking soda
  • 2 Tbsp
    warm water
  • 3
    eggs, well beaten
  • 1 c
    coconut
  • 1 c
    old fashioned oatmeal
  • 1 c
    dates
  • 1/2 c
    pecans, choped
  • 2-1/2 c
    flour

How To Make oatmeal date coconut drop cookies

  • 1
    Dissolve baking soda in warm water.
  • 2
    Combine eggs with the baking soda water.
  • 3
    Mix all other ingredients on low speed of your mixer and be sure to distribute the shortening; Add the water/egg mixture and mix until all is combined.
  • 4
    Drop by using a cookie scoop, or by rounded teaspoons onto baking sheet covered with parchment paper.
  • 5
    Bake at 350 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes, depending on your oven. If you prefer a softer cookie (we like crisp) bake until light golden brown.
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