Samoa Girl Scout Copycat Cookies
If your favorite type of Girl Scout cookie comes in a purple box, then you're in luck. These Samoa Girl Scout Copycat Cookies can be made in your very own home at any time of the year. This Samoas recipe will give you a special taste of nostalgia as you bite into the very first one. Bring back the days of going door to door with your wagon loaded up with colorful boxes and make these homemade Samoas. Now you can enjoy these caramel goodies even when it's not cookie season. Don't be surprised if you end up having the most popular house on the block because the neighborhood kids can smell these from a mile away.
More Recipes to Crave
If you enjoy making Samoa Girl Scout Copycat Cookies, you'll love trying out some other delicious recipes that are sure to become new favorites in your kitchen!
For those who enjoy making cookies, we recommend trying your hand at baking a batch of Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookies. These cookies feature the perfect combination of sweet and salty flavors, with gooey caramel and rich chocolate chips in every bite. They're a great treat to enjoy on their own or to share with friends and family.
If you're looking to expand your baking skills, why not give homemade cinnamon rolls a try? Our recipe for Fluffy Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Frosting will have your kitchen smelling like a bakery in no time. These soft and fluffy rolls are perfect for breakfast or brunch, and the cream cheese frosting adds a sweet and tangy finish that's simply irresistible.
For those who enjoy the flavors of Samoa cookies but are looking for a healthier option, we recommend trying out our Coconut Almond Butter Energy Bites. These no-bake snacks are quick and easy to make, with a base of almond butter, coconut, and oats. They're perfect for a quick energy boost during the day or as a post-workout snack.
We hope these recipe recommendations inspire you to get creative in the kitchen and try out some new and delicious treats. Happy cooking!
Ingredients
- 1 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup vegetable shortening
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 5 tablespoon milk
- 1 cup coconut
- 22 Kraft Caramels, unwrapped
- 1 package chocolate chips, melted
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Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Whisk together flour, cornstarch, salt and baking soda.
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In stand mixer combine shortening, sugar and vanilla and cream. Add dry ingredients. Add milk.
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Roll dough 1/4 inch thick and cut in circles. Using a pastry tip cut the small hole in the center of the circle. Bake on parchment paper for 10 minutes. Remove and cool.
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Combine caramels, milk and salt with 1/4 cup of your coconut. Stir in saucepan over heat until melted. Spread caramel over your cookies and top with more coconut. Allow to cool and let the caramel set.
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Place the bottom of the cookie in your melted chocolate and then rest cookie on the caramel side to allow the chocolate to cool. Once completely cool, flip back over. Drizzle more melted chocolate on top if you desire!