Is there anyone else who thinks the tiny boxes of girl scout cookies are a rip off???
Now don't get me wrong, I supported one of our local troops and bought a few boxes.
There are not enough cookies for the price. This is just my own ranting soap box here. Please don't take this personally if you have a girl in scouts!
I would just rather bake my own homemade girl scout recipes.
I tried these homemade Samoa Bars last night...mmmm...I think these are even better than the real deal.(I could eat the whole pan, but I won't because summer is right around the corner)
Pair it with a cup of coffee and you have a real treat. Maybe even a great breakfast...but I wouldn't know about that! Wink, wink!
Yes!!! They are as yummy as they look.
Ready, Set, GO BAKE!!!!
Homemade Samoas recipe:
Recipe
Homemade Samoa Bars
Homemade Samoa Bars - shortbread cookies topped with a caramel coconut layer and dipped in chocolate.
Ingredients
For the Crust
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon table salt
For the Topping
- 3 cups shredded sweetened coconut
- 12-oz chewy caramels, I used Kraft
- 3 tablespoons milk
- ¼ teaspoon table salt
- 2 cups chocolate chips
- 2 teaspoons shortening
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°. Spread the coconut evenly on a baking sheet and toast for 5 minutes, stirring every 1-2 minutes, until coconut is golden. Cool on baking sheet, stirring occasionally. Set aside.
- Spray a 9x13 baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a large bowl, beat together the sugar and butter, until creamy. Beat in egg and vanilla extract. Slowly beat in flour and salt until mixture is crumbly.
- Pour the dough crumbs into the prepared pan and press into an even layer. Bake for 20-25 minutes. The edges should be lightly brown. Cool completely on a wire rack before adding the topping.
- Unwrap the caramels and place in a small sauce pan with the salt and milk. Heat on medium low heat until melted and creamy. Stir in the toasted coconut.
- Spread the mixture over the cooled crust. Let cool completely. Cut into 24 squares.
- Place the chocolate chips and shortening in a microwave safe bowl. Heat for 30 seconds and stir. Continue heating for 15 seconds, stirring after each time. Do not over heat.
- Dip the bottoms of the bars in the chocolate and place on a piece of wax paper to set.
- Place the remaining chocolate in a small plastic bag and cut off one corner. Drizzle the chocolate over the tops of the bars. Let set. Store in a sealed container on the counter. Makes 24 squares.
Notes
Lightly adapted from these Samoas Bars
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 24 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 285Total Fat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 116mgCarbohydrates: 38gFiber: 2gSugar: 25gProtein: 3g
Nutrition facts are an estimate and are not guaranteed to be accurate. If you need special diet advice, please see a registered dietician.
Kari Day
Ok, those make me soooo hungry! YUMMY! And yes, I think they are a rip-off... I try to think of it as a donation.
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Cassie
Those look super yummy! If I liked coconut, I'd be sold!
Mrs. Dunbar
OMGoodness Samoas are my absolute favorite girl scout cookie! I will most definitely try these, thanks for the tip.
Amy
Oh my - those looks good. I think I might have to cook those.
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Kiana
Oh no, Samoa's are my husband's favorite! I almost feel obligated to make these for him and he doesn't even know about it lol. And yes, those boxes are way small!
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brandy
Jocelyn, thanks for linking back to my blog and leaving a comment! I received many comments, but nobody gave feedback on whether or not they made them. I'm going to try some of the other GS cookie recipes from Baking Bites soon!
Off to browse the rest of your blog... 🙂
Traci
All your goodies get my sweet tooth aching...cupcakes, samoa bars...oh, my goodness!
Thanks for sharing! And I too think those GS cookies are a rip-off!
Miss Jody
Oh.my.gosh.
You.
My friend.
Make life worth living.
I can make dozens!!!
and eat them all.
by myself. 🙂
Candace
YUM-O! Enough said...mostly because drool will fall out of my mouth at any second!
Taija
YUM-O!! Those sound/look incredible too!! Thanks for sharing such great recipes!
Evelyn Perkins
Wow!!! I don't even like coconut and my mouth is watering just looking at these!! YUM!!
Sarah Ann
YUM!!! Those boxes are definitely a rip-off... So why do I buy them?!I'm doing a giveaway - come check it out @ sarahannrogers.com
Q, La, and Gooner
That is complete wow! They are SO tasty but such a rip off! I can't wait to try these AFTER I heal all up and in moderation!
Winter
WOW! Those look good! I love seeing all the good stuff you make! 🙂
ReJOYce!
Yummy! You are so right: pair it with a cup of coffee, Mmmm... DELISH! Have a Great Weekend!
Jennychick
Samoas are my favorite!!! Thanks for sharing this recipe. I am so excited to try it!
Mich
Yummy!
Have a great weekend!
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Melissa Cornell
you are evil!!! They look delish!!