Chocolate No-bake cookies
Source: adapted from foodnetwork

2 cups sugar
1/2 cup milk
1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup smooth peanut butter
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
Large pinch kosher salt

Choice or combo of:
3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
3 cups rice krispies
raisins
nuts

Line a baking sheet with wax paper or parchment.
Bring the sugar, milk, butter and cocoa to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, then let boil for 1 minute. Remove from the heat. Add peanut butter, vanilla and salt, and stir to combine.
Mix in desired stir-ins
Drop teaspoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, and let sit at room temperature until cooled and hardened, about 30 minutes. Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.


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