Description
Samoas Cookies, also known as Caramel DeLite cookies, are the perfect blend of chewy caramel, toasted coconut, and rich chocolate. These delightful treats evoke childhood memories and are ideal for any occasion, whether a cozy night in or a festive gathering. With their irresistible flavor and beautiful appearance, you’ll find them hard to resist. Plus, they’re surprisingly easy to make at home!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup coconut flakes (sweetened or unsweetened)
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- Milk (as needed)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually mix in flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in coconut flakes until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Scoop small balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets and flatten slightly with your palm.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown; let cool on wire racks.
- Drizzle cooled cookies with warm caramel sauce and dip half into melted chocolate chips.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider incorporating chopped nuts into the coconut mixture. Experiment with dark chocolate for a richer taste. Store cookies in an airtight container for freshness.