Tropical Oatmeal Cookies

Melanie makes her own version of these and they are very good. I tried this recipe and liked it so I am sharing. I keep forgetting to ask for Melanie's recipe. It is best to double the recipe.

Tropical Oatmeal Cookies
Island flavors--macadamia nuts, coconut

3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
3/4 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 eggs
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups rolled oats
1 cup coconut
1 (3.25-oz.) jar macadamia nuts, coarsely chopped (about 2/3 cup)
I cup chocolate chips

Heat oven to 375°F. Spray cookie sheets with nonstick cooking spray. In large bowl, combine sugar, brown sugar and butter; beat until light and fluffy. Add vanilla and eggs; blend well. Add flour and baking soda; mix well. Stir in oats, coconut and nuts.
Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 inches apart onto sprayed cookie sheets.
Bake at 375°F. for 7 to 10 minutes or until light golden brown. Cool 1 minute; remove from cookie sheets.
Makes 4 dozen cookies