Easy No Bake Samoa Cookies
Enjoy the classic flavor of Girl Scout cookies year-round with these easy No Bake Samoa Cookies. Featuring chewy caramel, toasted coconut, and a rich chocolate drizzle, they are the perfect effortless treat.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Microwave-safe Bowl
- Aluminum Foil
Ingredients
- 1 pkg fudge stripe shortbread cookies
- 11 oz caramel bits
- 3 Tbsp heavy cream
- 2 cups toasted coconut
- 2 squares chocolate CandiQuik
Instructions
Prep the Cookie Base
- Line a baking sheet with foil for quick cleanup and arrange the cookies stripe-side up with 1 to 2 inches of space between them.
Melt the Caramel Until Silky
- Combine the caramel bits and heavy cream in a medium microwave-safe bowl, adding a tablespoon of browned butter if you want a deeper gourmet flavor.
- Microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds, stir thoroughly, then microwave for another 15 to 20 seconds until the mixture is glossy and smooth.
Fold in Coconut and Assemble Fast
- Fold the toasted coconut into the warm caramel until fully coated, adding a generous pinch of sea salt if desired to wake up the toasted notes.
- Quickly drop tablespoonfuls of the mixture onto each cookie and spread to the edges, pressing gently to secure the topping.
Chocolate Finish and Set
- Melt the chocolate CandiQuik in the microwave for 30 seconds and stir until completely smooth and pourable.
- Drizzle the melted chocolate over the cookies in thin ribbons and let them rest for 15 to 20 minutes until the chocolate is firm and the caramel is set.
- Once set, store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to keep the shortbread crisp and the caramel chewy.
Notes
Toasting Tip: Toast coconut at 300°F for 5 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, and remove it from the heat as soon as it becomes fragrant and lightly golden.
Structure Secret: For a professional finish, dip the bottom of each shortbread cookie into melted chocolate and let it firm up before adding the coconut-caramel layer.
Storage Advice: Keep these cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days at room temperature or freeze them for up to 3 months for a chilled treat.
Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.
Nutrition
Calories: 165kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 85mgPotassium: 45mgFiber: 1gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.4mg
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