Peanut Brittle Cookies

Step 1: Line 2 cookie sheets with foil and grease the foil; set aside.

Step 2: In a large mixing bowl beat butter and shortening with an electric mixer on medium to high speed for 30 seconds.

Step 3: Add brown sugar, baking powder, and baking soda. Beat until combined

Step 4: Beat in egg and vanilla until combined.

Step 5: Beat in as much of the flour as you can with the mixer. Using a wooden spoon, stir in any remaining flour.

Step 6: Stir in the rolled oats, chopped chocolate, and 1/2 cup of the crushed peanut brittle.

Step 7: Drop dough by rounded teaspoon 2 inches apart onto the prepared cookie sheets. Flatten each mound slightly.

Step 8: Bake in a 350 degree F oven for 8 minutes.

Step 9: Remove cookie sheet from oven.

Step 10: Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup crushed peanut brittle, carefully pressing in slightly.

Step 11: Bake for 4 to 5 minutes longer or until edges are lightly browned.

Step 12: Cool on cookie sheet for 2 minutes. Transfer cookies to a wire rack; cool.