Pecan-Coconut-Chocolate-Chip Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 cup white sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1 cup shredded coconut

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla. In a separate bowl, combine the flour and baking soda; stir into the creamed mixture.
3. Mix in the chocolate chips, pecans, and coconut. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheet.
4. Bake 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• The combination of pecans, coconut, and chocolate chips was first invented in the 1950s.
• Pecans are native to North America and are one of the most popular types of nuts.
• Coconut is a tropical fruit that is high in fiber and is known for its sweet taste and aroma.
• Chocolate chips are a type of confectionery that can be used in baking or eaten as a snack.