Ingredients
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter
– 1/2 cup milk
– 1 cup creamy peanut butter
– 3 cups quick-cooking oats
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– Pinch of salt
Equipment Needed
– Medium saucepan
– Wooden spoon or spatula
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Cookie sheet or wax paper
– Refrigerator
Step-by-Step Instructions
To get started, combine the sugar, butter, and milk in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir it all together until the mixture comes to a boil. Once it’s bubbling, let it boil for exactly one minute—this step is crucial for the right texture! After that minute is up, remove the pan from the heat and quickly stir in the peanut butter, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. I love seeing how the peanut butter melts and mixes into the warm chocolate—it smells heavenly! (See the next page below to continue steps…)