Ingredients:
- 2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter
- ½ cup (120ml) milk, whole or 2%
- ¼ cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (125g) peanut butter, creamy
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups (240g) quick-cooking oats (not instant)
Instructions:
- In a large saucepan, combine sugar, butter, milk, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a rolling boil.
- Boil for exactly 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent scorching. Important step for cookie firmness!
- Take the saucepan off the heat and immediately stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add the quick-cooking oats and stir until completely coated. Work quickly as the mixture will start to thicken.
- Drop by rounded spoonfuls (or use a cookie scoop) onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until the cookies are firm. Check them periodically; they should set up nicely.
- Once firm, enjoy! Store in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator.