Description
Delicious no-bake cookies featuring toasted coconut, gooey caramel, and melted chocolate, reminiscent of classic Samoa cookies, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup soft caramel candies (about 20 pieces)
- 2 tablespoons milk (or heavy cream for a richer flavor)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil (or butter)
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Toast the coconut. Spread the unsweetened shredded coconut on a dry skillet over medium heat. Stir frequently until golden brown and fragrant, which takes about 5–7 minutes. Once done, transfer the toasted coconut to a plate and let it cool.
- Melt the caramel. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the soft caramel candies and milk. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla and a pinch of salt.
- Combine coconut & caramel. Pour the cooled, toasted coconut into the caramel mixture. Stir until all the coconut is fully coated with the caramel.
- Shape the cookies. Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, drop mounds of the coconut-caramel mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. With your fingers, gently flatten and shape into rounds.
- Melt the chocolate. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and coconut oil. Heat in 20-second intervals, stirring after each, until melted and smooth.
- Dip & drizzle. Dip each cookie’s bottom into the melted chocolate. Place it back on the parchment and drizzle the remaining melted chocolate over the tops.
- Set & serve. Refrigerate the cookies for 15–20 minutes until the chocolate is firm. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for longer freshness.
Notes
Work swiftly when shaping cookies, and use damp fingers to prevent sticking. A touch of sea salt over the chocolate drizzle enhances flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: no-bake, cookies, Samoa, coconut, caramel, dessert