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Homemade Samoas Girl Scout Cookies


  • Author: Ellie
  • Total Time: 42 minutes​ under500calories.com +7
  • Yield: 24 cookies
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the irresistible combination of buttery shortbread, toasted coconut, rich caramel, and a drizzle of dark chocolate—all made from scratch in your own kitchen. These homemade Samoas are a delightful treat that captures the essence of the beloved Girl Scout cookie.


Ingredients

For the Cookies:

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature

  • ½ cup granulated sugar

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • 2 tablespoons milk

  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extractdaily.familyfreshrecipes.com

For the Coconut Topping:

  • 3 cups shredded sweetened coconut

  • 15 ounces soft caramels (store-bought or homemade)

  • 3 tablespoons whole milk

  • ¼ teaspoon saltCreatives Cookery

For the Chocolate Coating:

  • 8 ounces dark chocolate, melted


Instructions

  • Prepare the Cookies:

    • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

    • In a stand mixer, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

    • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

    • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

    • Add the milk and vanilla extract, mixing until the dough comes together.

    • Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about ¼-inch thickness.

    • Use a round cookie cutter to cut out cookies, and a smaller cutter to remove the center, forming a ring shape.

    • Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until lightly golden.

    • Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.daily.familyfreshrecipes.com+1Creatives Cookery+1

  • Prepare the Coconut Topping:

    • Toast the shredded coconut in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown, stirring frequently.

    • In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the caramels with the milk, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.

    • Stir in the toasted coconut and salt until well combined.daily.familyfreshrecipes.com+1Creatives Cookery+1

 

  • Assemble the Cookies:

    • Spread a generous amount of the coconut-caramel mixture over each cooled cookie.

    • Dip the bottom of each cookie into the melted dark chocolate, allowing any excess to drip off.

    • Place the cookies on a parchment-lined tray and drizzle more melted chocolate over the top.

    • Allow the chocolate to set before serving

Notes

For a healthier version, consider using reduced-fat Nilla wafers, chewy caramels, skim milk, and dark or semisweet chocolate chips.

Ensure the caramel mixture is smooth before spreading it over the cookies to achieve an even layer.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: copycat Samoas, Girl Scout cookies, homemade Samoas, caramel coconut cookies, chocolate drizzle cookies