Description
Delicious cookies inspired by the classic Girl Scout treat, featuring a buttery base topped with caramel, toasted coconut, and a chocolate drizzle.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup caramel candies
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a baking sheet to prevent sticking.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt, stirring until just combined.
- Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet and flatten each scoop slightly.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
- While cooling, toast the shredded coconut in a dry pan over medium heat until golden brown.
- Melt caramel candies with heavy cream in a small saucepan over low heat until smooth.
- Spread the caramel mixture over each cooled cookie and sprinkle toasted coconut on top.
- Melt the chocolate chips and drizzle over the cookies.
- Allow cookies to set before serving.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, consider using coconut oil. Dark chocolate can be used for a richer flavor. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg