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Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons real butter
- 4 tablespoons butter flavored shortening
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, dark or light
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/2 cups flour, spooned into measuring cup and leveled
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup shredded coconut, toasted or untoasted
- 1/2 cup diced dried mango
- 3/4 cup dark chocolate chips
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