Chocolate Macaroons

• 1 pkg. (18.25 oz.) pudding in the mix chocolate cake mix
• 1/2 c. butter, softened
• 3 eggs
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract
• 1/2 c. sugar
• 3 c. shredded coconut

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, butter, eggs, extract and sugar. Beat until well blended. Stir in the coconut.

Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto a cookie sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are firm. Let the cookies cool for about a minute before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

• Yields: About 3 dozen cookies
• Preparation Time: About 30 minutes