This Frogs recipe is for quick, no-bake cookies made with cocoa, oatmeal and coconut. A classic from our childhood! These simple, unassuming cookies can be dressed up for any occasion by throwing a few sprinkles on them…kids and adults alike will love them. I have no idea why they are called Frogs, but they seem to have many different names. Here is the peanut-free version. The peanut butter version is here.
Ingredients
1/2 cup cocoa
2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup butter
1 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup flaked coconut
3 cups quick-cooking rolled oats
Directions
- Line two baking sheets with waxed paper. In a large saucepan, stir together cocoa, sugar, milk and butter. Bring to a full rolling boil, and boil for 5 minutes, then remove from heat. (Note: boiling time is CRUCIAL… too long and they will turn out dry and crumbly. Not long enough, and they won’t set up at all.) Stir in vanilla extract, coconut and oats. Combine well. Drop by heaping tablespoonfuls onto prepared cookie sheets. Refrigerate 1 hour or until set. Keep refrigerated.