Babysitter Cookies

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30 years ago my babysitter used to make these with me. it fulfilled every mud pie fantasy i ever had because we got to dump all kinds of creative things in these cookies. hope you like them.

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Steps

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Melt together the butter and shortening.

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Add sugars and cream thoroughly.

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Add eggs , vanilla , baking powder , baking soda , flour , oatmeal , cereal and mix well.

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Stir in any or all of the optional ingredients.

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Drop by rounded tablespoons onto lightly greased cookie sheet.

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Bake at 350f for 10-12 minutes.

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Ingredients

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butter, shortening, sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla, baking powder, baking soda, flour, oatmeal, cereal, coconut, raisins, nuts, chocolate chips, peanut butter