Instructions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F.
  2. Combine sugar and butter in a large bowl. Beat at medium speed until creamy.
  3. Add drained pineapple and vanilla; continue beating until well mixed.
  4. Reduce mixer speed to low; add flour and baking powder. Beat until well mixed.
  5. By hand, stir in nuts and 1/4 cup of the coconut.
  6. Place remaining coconut in a small bowl.
  7. Shape dough into 1-inch balls; dip tops in coconut and place onto ungreased cookie sheets.
  8. Bake 12-15 minutes or until set. Let cool for 2 minutes before removing from cookie sheets.