Cowboy Cookies

This is a favorite in our house.

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup oatmeal
1 cup cornflakes, crushed
1 cup raisins, chopped
1 cup pecans, chopped
1 cup shredded coconut

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In medium bowl, mix together butter, sugars, eggs and vanilla. In separate bowl mix flour, soda, salt, and baking powder. Add to creamed mixture and beat well. Add oatmeal and cornflakes. With wooden spoon add remaining ingredients. Drop by heaping tablespoons onto greased cookie sheets and bake for 12-14 minutes until golden brown. Makes 4 dozen.

*Special note and warning: These cookies will melt in your mouth and disappear quickly.
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