Homemade Samoas Cookies
Homemade Samoas cookies are a delightful treat that combines a crunchy cookie base with rich caramel, toasted coconut, and a luscious chocolate drizzle. These indulgent bites of paradise are perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying solo after a long day. With an easy-to-follow recipe, you can recreate the beloved flavors of these iconic cookies right in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 cups coconut flakes, toasted
- 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in flour, baking powder, salt, and vanilla until combined.
- Roll dough into small balls, flatten slightly, and place on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.
- While cooling, toast coconut flakes in a pan until golden brown, then mix with caramel sauce.
- Once cookies have cooled, top each with the caramel-coconut mixture and press gently to adhere.
- Melt chocolate chips and drizzle over each cookie before letting them set completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For an extra flavor kick, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top before the chocolate sets. To enhance the coconut flavor, use unsweetened coconut flakes. Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.