Description
These Homemade Samoas Girl Scout Cookies are the perfect treat for those craving the iconic Samoas but can’t wait for cookie season. With a buttery shortbread base, toasted coconut, gooey caramel, and rich chocolate coating, these cookies are just as irresistible as the ones sold by Girl Scouts. Easy to make at home, this recipe will satisfy your sweet tooth and impress your friends and family.
Ingredients
or the Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Topping:
- 3 cups shredded sweetened coconut
- 12 ounces chewy caramels
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually mix in flour, baking powder, and salt. Add milk and vanilla extract, mixing until dough comes together.
- Roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness on a floured surface, cut into 2-inch circles, and remove center to create rings.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes or until golden. Let cool.
- Toast shredded coconut on a baking sheet for 5-7 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Melt caramels, heavy cream, and salt in a saucepan until smooth. Fold in toasted coconut.
- Spread caramel-coconut mixture on each cookie.
- Melt chocolate chips and dip the bottoms of cookies into the chocolate. Drizzle additional chocolate over the top.
- Chill cookies for 10–15 minutes until chocolate sets.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use plant-based butter and dairy-free chocolate and caramels.
- Gluten-free option: Replace flour with a gluten-free blend.
- Add crushed almonds or pecans for a nutty twist.
- You can drizzle extra caramel over the chocolate for a sweeter treat.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
