Stuffed Samoa Cookies

If you love Samoa cookies (those coconut-caramel-chocolate rings we all wait for every year), just wait until you meet Stuffed Samoa Cookies. These are soft, chewy chocolate chip cookie dough bombs stuffed with gooey caramel, toasted coconut, and drizzled with melted chocolate. It’s like the cookie version of finding buried treasure.

They’re indulgent, dramatic, and basically everything your sweet tooth dreams of after midnight.

Why You’ll Love These

Ultra indulgent: A stuffed center with caramel and coconut means every bite is a gooey surprise.
Homemade Samoa magic: All the iconic flavors, but extra.
Thick & chewy: The cookie base is rich and bakery-style.
Crowd-pleaser: These will steal the show on any cookie platter.

Ingredients in Stuffed Samoa Cookies

Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough

Use homemade or store-bought as your base—it needs to be soft but sturdy enough to hold the filling.

Soft Caramel Candies

Unwrapped and slightly flattened for the perfect molten middle.

Toasted Shredded Coconut

Golden and crispy, it brings that classic Samoa texture and flavor.

Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips or Melting Wafers

For the drizzle and a little extra chocolatey flair.

Sea Salt (optional)

A sprinkle on top balances all the sweetness beautifully.

Instructions

Step 1: Prep Your Ingredients

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Toast your shredded coconut in a dry pan over medium heat until golden—watch it carefully!

Step 2: Flatten the Dough

Scoop about 2 tablespoons of cookie dough and flatten it in your hand.

Step 3: Fill with Samoa Goodness

Place a soft caramel and a spoonful of toasted coconut in the center. Add a second flattened dough piece on top and seal the edges around the filling.

Step 4: Bake

Place stuffed cookies on the baking sheet, spacing them apart. Bake for 11–13 minutes, until golden on the edges but still soft in the center.

Step 5: Drizzle with Chocolate

Once slightly cooled, melt your chocolate chips and drizzle over the tops. Sprinkle with sea salt if using.

Step 6: Let Set

Allow chocolate to firm up before serving—or just dive in while they’re still gooey.

Nutrition Facts

Servings: 12
Serving Size: 1 stuffed cookie
Calories: 340
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg

Prep Time

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 32 minutes

Variations

Brownie base: Swap cookie dough for brownie batter (bake in muffin tins!).
Peanut butter caramel: Use peanut butter chips or a PB caramel filling.
Dark chocolate dip: Dip half the cookie in dark chocolate instead of just drizzling.

Storage Tips

Room Temp: Store in an airtight container for 3–4 days.
Fridge: Keeps longer in the fridge—just reheat for gooeyness.
Freezer: Freeze unbaked stuffed cookies for fresh-baked magic anytime.

FAQs

Q1: Can I make these ahead?
A1: Yes! Chill the filled cookie dough in the fridge for up to 48 hours or freeze for longer.

Q2: What kind of caramel should I use?
A2: Use soft, chewy caramels like Kraft or Werther’s (not hard ones).

Q3: Can I use unsweetened coconut?
A3: Yes, but sweetened coconut gives that authentic Samoa vibe.

Q4: Do I need to toast the coconut?
A4: Yes! Toasting brings out the nutty flavor that makes Samoas special.

Q5: Can I skip the chocolate drizzle?
A5: Sure—but it’s highly recommended for the full Samoa effect!

Q6: Can I make them smaller?
A6: You can, but they’re meant to be indulgent! Adjust bake time if downsizing.

Q7: Why are my cookies spreading too much?
A7: Chill your dough before baking or add a tablespoon of flour if needed.

Q8: What’s the best way to drizzle chocolate?
A8: Use a fork or piping bag for clean, even zigzags.

Q9: Can I make these gluten-free?
A9: Yes! Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend and check your caramels for GF certification.

Q10: Can I reheat them?
A10: Absolutely—10–15 seconds in the microwave makes them gooey again.

Conclusion

Stuffed Samoa Cookies are what happen when your favorite childhood cookie gets a grown-up glow-up. Rich, chewy, sweet, and sticky in the best way, they’re like a bite of nostalgia wrapped in melted chocolate. Make a batch, and watch them vanish—faster than Girl Scout season ever arrives.

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