No-Bake Chocolate Clusters

Step 1

Have sheets of waxed paper on the counter or table, ready to go.

Step 2

Mix the cocoa, sugar, milk and butter in a heavy, medium-sized saucepan.

Step 3

Place over medium heat and bring to a rolling boil; don't stir once it boils.

Step 4

Boil until the soft-ball stage.

Step 5

Remove from heat and stir in the peanutbutter, oats, vanilla and salt.

Step 6

Working quickly, drop by spoonfuls onto waxed paper and let set at room temperature until firm.

Step 7

Quantities vary; it depends on how much you drop from your spoon.

Step 8

2 dozen is an approximation.