2 c. sugar
1/2 c. milk
1/4 lb. butter
5 tbsp. cocoa
2 tsp. vanilla
2 1/2 c. quick cook oatmeal
1 c. nuts, if desired
1 c. coconut, if desired

Mix sugar, milk, butter, cocoa and bring to a boil. Cook for 1 1/2 minutes. Remove from heat. Add vanilla and oatmeal; add nuts and coconut (if desired). Stir mixture until it starts to get stiff. Drop teaspoon size drops on wax paper; cool.

Makes 3 1/2 dozen.