Ingredients
1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar2 large eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon salt2-2/3 cups sweetened shredded coconut1 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup milk chocolate chips5 ounces white candy coating, coarsely chopped, optional
Preparation
In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in the coconut and chips. Shape 3 tablespoonfuls of dough into a ball; repeat with remaining dough.
Place balls 3 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 12-18 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.
If desired, in a microwave, melt candy coating; stir until smooth. Dip one end of cooled cookies in candy coating. Allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set.
