Step 1

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.

Step 2

Add sugar, margarine, milk, and cocoa powder to a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the butter has melted and the mixture starts to boil. Boil for 1 minute (count when it starts boiling). Do not stir while boiling.

Step 3

Remove from heat. Stir in the peanut butter, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.

Step 4

Finally, add the quick-cooking oats. Stir until combined and the oats are completely covered with the hot mixture. Let cool slightly, then chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to firm up.

Step 5

Remove from the refrigerator. Drop about 2 tablespoons of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet to create a cookie. Leave about ½ inch between cookies. Let them cool at room temperature until set. Enjoy!