Pastini tal-coconut (coconut macaroons)

Pastini tal-coconut

200g margerine

200g sugar

300g coconut

300g plain flour

1 tsp baking powder

1 tsp bicarbonate of soda

a few drops vanilla essence

3 large eggs.

Method:  Beat the butter and the sugar; add the eggs and beat well;  add the flour, coconut, and all else.  Shape into small balls and top with a glace cherry, flatten slightly.  Bake in a dish lined with baking paper in a moderate oven (fan electric 150) for about 20 minutes or until golden.