No Bake Cookies
These are fast and simple and a favorite of Lucas'. No one should grow up without these simple favorites.
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 2/3 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups old-fashioned whole or quick oats
Combine the butter, sugar, milk and cocoa powder in a medium saucepan.
Cook while stirring and bring to a simmer.
Allow to simmer for 1 minute and the remove from the heat.
Immediately stir in peanut butter and vanilla extract until complete combined.
Stir in oats and combine.
Drop by spoonfuls onto pastry paper or cookie sheet. Let cool and enjoy.