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Easy No Bake Samoa Cookies

Quick and easy no-bake cookies that combine the flavors of coconut, caramel, and chocolate, reminiscent of Girl Scout Samoa cookies.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Base
  • 18-20 pieces round shortbread cookies or vanilla wafer cookies You can substitute with other favorite cookies.
Caramel Mixture
  • 1.5 cups caramel candies, unwrapped Ensure they are unwrapped for easier melting.
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream Add more if the mixture becomes too thick.
  • 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut Toast before mixing for better flavor.
Chocolate Coating
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips Dark chocolate can be used for a richer flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil or shortening Used to help melt the chocolate smoothly.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Toast the coconut in a dry skillet over medium-low heat for 3-5 minutes until lightly golden and fragrant. Allow it to cool.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the caramel candies and heavy cream. Microwave in 20-30 second intervals, stirring until the mixture is melted and smooth.
  3. Stir 1 1/4 cups of the toasted coconut into the melted caramel, saving the rest for topping.
Assembly
  1. Spoon the caramel mixture onto each cookie, spreading it evenly.
  2. In another bowl, melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil in the microwave in 20-second intervals until smooth.
  3. Dip the bottoms of the cookies into the melted chocolate and place them on parchment paper.
  4. Drizzle the remaining chocolate over the tops of the cookies and sprinkle with the reserved coconut.
  5. Refrigerate for 30 minutes until set.

Notes

Serve chilled. Best enjoyed with milk, coffee, or tea. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Can be frozen with parchment paper to prevent sticking.