Pride of Iowa Cookies is an award-winning sweet and super chewy old-fashioned oatmeal cookie that is a favorite here in the Heartland.
In a medium size mixing bowl, mix the dry ingredients. Flour, quick oats, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Set Aside.
In a second mixing bowl, cream shortening or butter, white sugar, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla, using a mixer at medium-low speed to medium speed.
Add in Coconut last, along with any other add-ins. ( chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, etc.)
Using a Cookie Scoop, drop 1-inch balls of dough onto a lined baking sheet and press down with a fork or spoon.
Bake for 10 minutes at 350 degrees.
Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before removing the cookie from the baking sheet.