1 c. all purpose flour 1/2 tsp b. powder 1/2 tsp soda 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 c soft butter or margarine 1/2 c b. sugar (packed) 1/2 c gran. sugar 1 egg 1 tbsp water 1 tsp vanilla 1 1/2 c oats 3/4 c. cut up gum drops 1 1/2 c coconut Mix flour (without sifting) into large bowl. Add b powder, salt & soda. Stir well to blend. Add butter, sugars, egg, water & vanilla. Beat until mixture is smooth. Stir in oats, gumdrops & coconut. Shape into 1" balls. Place 2" apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350 F for 12 to 15 min. Yield about 5 doz cookies |