Description
Stuffed Samoa Cookies are chewy treats filled with gooey caramel, shredded coconut, and chocolate chips, finished with a rich chocolate drizzle. Inspired by the classic Girl Scout cookie, they’re a decadent twist on a beloved flavor combo.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups shredded coconut (sweetened)
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (for melting and drizzling)
Instructions
- Cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract and mix until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in shredded coconut and chocolate chips.
- Refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Flatten a scoop of dough in your palm, place a spoonful of caramel in the center, and wrap the dough around it to form a ball.
- Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, until edges are golden brown.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a rack.
- Melt the additional chocolate chips and drizzle over cooled cookies.
- Allow the drizzle to set before serving.
Notes
- Use sweetened shredded coconut for extra chewiness and sweetness.
- Chill the dough to prevent cookies from spreading too much.
- Toast the coconut for a nuttier flavor variation.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for 10 days.
- Microwave for 10–15 seconds to reheat for a gooey center.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
