FAVORITE OATMEAL CANDY

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Always a holiday favorite (makes a great gift!), I even make this anytime of year when I need a quick pick-me-up. This recipe goes by fairly quickly, so I like to have all my ingredients pre-measured so I can just toss them in.

Provided by Maddie Bell

Categories     Candies

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 stick butter, softened
2 c sugar
1/4 c cocoa powder
1/2 c milk, whole
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 c peanut butter, creamy
3 c oats, quick cooking

Steps:

  • 1. Melt butter in large saucepan. Stir in sugar, cocoa powder and milk. Stirr continually and bring to a boil.
  • 2. Add vanilla and peanut butter, quickly stirring to blend until creamy.
  • 3. Remove from heat and stir in oats until blended. Stir until it holds a shape.
  • 4. Dip out teaspoonfuls onto waxed paper and allow to cool until firm. When cool, store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

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