Irresistible Samoas Cookies Recipe Perfect for Homemade Treats
These homemade Samoas cookies feature a buttery shortbread base, chewy caramel, toasted coconut, and a chocolate coating for a nostalgic and indulgent treat.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.5g) salt
- 2 cups (200g) sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
- 1 cup (240g) caramel sauce
- 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 teaspoons (10ml) vanilla extract
- Milk (optional, to thin caramel)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla extract, then gradually mix in flour and salt until a dough forms.
- Roll out the dough to 1/4-inch thickness. Use a round cookie cutter to cut out circles, then a smaller cutter to create the center hole. Place cookies on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden. Let them cool completely.
- Spread shredded coconut onto a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown.
- Warm caramel sauce in a saucepan or microwave until smooth. Add a splash of milk if needed to thin it out.
- Mix toasted coconut into the caramel. Spoon the mixture onto each cookie, spreading it evenly.
- Melt chocolate chips using a double boiler or microwave until smooth.
- Dip the bottom of each cookie into melted chocolate, then drizzle more chocolate over the top using a spoon or piping bag.
- Place cookies on parchment paper and let the chocolate harden completely before serving.
Notes
[‘Toast the coconut for enhanced flavor and crunch.’, ‘Chill the dough if sticky for easier rolling.’, ‘Use high-quality chocolate for better flavor and smooth melting.’, ‘Work quickly with caramel to prevent hardening.’, ‘Consistent cookie shapes ensure even baking.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 18
- Fat: 14
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Protein: 2
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