No Bake Oatmeal Drops

By carvalhohm

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 cups sugar
• 3 cups rolled oats (not instant)
• 1 cup shredded coconut
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation

Step 1

In medium-sized saucepan, heat butter, milk and sugar over medium heat until butter melts. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add remaining ingredients and simmer additional 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.

Drop by heaping teaspoonfuls onto cookie sheet that has been lined with waxed paper. Allow to cool and set. When cool, store in airtight container.