My grandmother made these from my earliest recollections (1950’s era). She made these and every year she would send a big box of goodies to us for Chrismtas and this was what my brothers and I looked for before any toys, clothes or other food stuff.
By Yankee Magazine
Nov 10 2009
My grandmother made these from my earliest recollections (1950’s era). She made these and every year she would send a big box of goodies to us for Chrismtas and this was what my brothers and I looked for before any toys, clothes or other food stuff.
1/4 c. peanut butter
2 c. white granulated sugar
1/2 c. milk
1/2 stick oleo (margarine)
Cook the above 1 minute to a rolling boil then:
Add 3 c. Quick Oatmeal
3 c. cocoa
1 tsp. vanilla
Add nuts and dates as desired.
Drop by spoonful on waxed paper or table top.