Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

In a large mixing bowl, cream sugar and shortening until fluffy.

Add eggs. Mix in molasses and vanilla.

In a small bowl combine flour, oats, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda and salt.

Slowly add dry ingredients into sugar mixture. Mix until well combined.

Drop dough using a tablespoon 2 inches apart onto either baking sheets greased with non-stick cooking spray or lined with parchment paper.

Bake for 10-12 minutes. Remove from oven and cool on wire rack.