Homemade Samoas Girl Scout Cookies – A Homemade Twist on a Classic

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking.

Step 2: Make the Cookies
In a bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Mix in the vanilla extract, then gradually add the flour and salt. Stir until a dough forms.
Roll the dough into small balls and flatten them slightly onto the baking sheets.
Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack.
Step 3: Prepare the Topping
In a saucepan, heat the caramel sauce and heavy cream over low heat until smooth.
Stir in the vanilla extract and toasted coconut. Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 4: Assemble the Cookies
Once the cookies have cooled, spread the caramel coconut mixture generously over each cookie.
Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave or over a double boiler, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Dip the bottoms of the cookies into the melted chocolate and place them back on the parchment paper.
Step 5: Decoration
Drizzle melted chocolate over the tops of the cookies for a decorative finish.
Allow the cookies to set at room temperature or chill them in the fridge until the chocolate hardens.
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