3/4cupfirmly packed Dixie Crystals dark brown sugar
3/4cupDixie Crystals granulated sugar
2eggs
1package3.4 oz vanilla instant pudding mix
1.5tablespoonsvanilla extract
2 1/4cupsall purpose flour
1tablespoonbaking soda
2tablespoonscornstarch
1tspground cinnamon
1/3tspnutmeg
1/2tspsalt
2-1/2cupssemi-sweet chocolate chips
1cupmilk chocolate chips
1-1/2cupscoconut
1-1/2cupsnutschopped pecans or walnuts or mix
1cupuncooked quick cooking oats
sea salt
Instructions
Beat shortening and butter until creamy with electric mixer and paddle attachment.
Gradually add sugars, beating well until creamy.
Add eggs, beating until blended.
Add pudding mix and vanilla extract and beat until blended.
Combine flour, baking soda, cornstarch, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to butter mixture, beat until blended.
Stir in oats, chocolates, nuts, and coconut.
Use a large cupcake batter or ice cream scoop to make large rounds (roughly 2-3 inch balls). Push down with the bottom of a measuring cup or glass to flatten slightly.
Bake at 375 for 12-13 minutes. Watch carefully and pull out as soon as edges start to brown. Don't overbake!