Homemade Samoas Girl Scout Cookies
Homemade Samoas Girl Scout Cookies are a sweet and irresistible treat with a buttery cookie base, gooey caramel, toasted coconut, and a drizzle of rich chocolate. This recipe captures all the magic of the iconic Girl Scout cookie, and making them from scratch means you can enjoy a fresh batch anytime! Perfect for cookie swaps, holiday gatherings, or just a sweet snack.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes (plus rising time)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (includes cooling and setting)
- Yield: About 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert, Cookies, Sweet Treats
- Method: Baking, Melting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
½ cup granulated sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Topping:
3 cups shredded sweetened coconut
1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
¼ teaspoon salt (only if your caramel is unsalted)
For the Chocolate:
10 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
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Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Make the dough: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract. Gradually mix in the flour and salt until the dough comes together.
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Shape the cookies: Roll the dough out to about ¼-inch thickness and cut out circles, removing the centers to form a donut shape.
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Bake the cookies: Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Let them cool on a wire rack.
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Prepare the topping: While the cookies cool, mix the toasted coconut and caramel together. Spread the mixture on top of each cookie and refrigerate for 10–15 minutes to firm up.
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Melt the chocolate: Melt the chocolate chips and dip the bottom of each cookie into the chocolate. Drizzle the remaining melted chocolate over the top in a zigzag pattern. Let the cookies set.
Notes
Dark Chocolate: Swap out the semi-sweet chocolate for dark chocolate for a richer flavor.
Vegan Version: Use dairy-free butter and vegan caramel to make this recipe suitable for vegans.
Coconut Substitutes: Try using toasted almonds or pecans in place of coconut for a different twist.
