Step 1: Prepare Ingredients

1. Gather Ingredients: Ensure all ingredients are measured and ready to use.

Step 2: Cook the Base

1. Combine Sugar, Butter, and Milk: In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, unsalted butter, and milk.
2. Bring to a Boil: Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture comes to a rolling boil.
3. Boil: Allow the mixture to boil for 1 minute without stirring.

Step 3: Mix in Remaining Ingredients

1. Remove from Heat: After boiling, remove the saucepan from heat.
2. Add Oats, Coconut, Pecans, Vanilla, and Salt: Stir in the rolled oats, shredded coconut, chopped pecans, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.

Step 4: Form the Cookies

1. Drop Cookies: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
2. Shape: Gently shape them into rounds if desired.

Step 5: Cool and Set

1. Let Cool: Allow the cookies to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or until they are set.

Step 6: Serve

1. Enjoy: Once cooled, serve the cookies as a delicious snack or dessert. Store any leftovers in an airtight container.