Description
Indulge in the irresistible delight of Homemade Samoas, a nostalgic treat that combines toasted coconut, rich caramel, and smooth dark chocolate. These cookies boast a satisfying crunch paired with a chewy center, perfect for any occasion or cozy night in. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can recreate this classic cookie at home and enjoy the warm aroma that fills your kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 ½ cups unsweetened coconut flakes
- ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
- 4 oz dark chocolate (high quality)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, sift together flour and baking powder. Gradually add to wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
- Roll tablespoon-sized portions into balls, flatten slightly on a lined baking sheet, and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden.
- Toast coconut flakes in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown. Mix toasted coconut with sweetened condensed milk.
- Spoon the coconut mixture onto each cooled cookie and press gently to adhere.
- Melt dark chocolate and drizzle over assembled cookies. Allow to set before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg