Description

These Samoa Cookie Bars capture all the iconic flavors of the beloved Samoa cookie—crispy shortbread, luscious caramel, toasted coconut, and rich chocolate drizzle—packed into an easy-to-make bar. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth with a chewy, crunchy, and indulgent treat that’s great for sharing (or keeping all to yourself!). Trust me, once you try these, you’ll be hooked!

Ingredients

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Shortbread Cookie Layer

1¼ cups almond flour (120g)*
¼ cup coconut flour (28g)*
⅓ cup refined coconut oil (66g), melted**
3 tbsp maple syrup (50ml)
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp kosher salt

Caramel Coconut Layer

6 oz soft caramels (e.g., Cocomels)***
2 tbsp water
2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut (160g)

Chocolate Drizzle

¼ cup dark chocolate chips (e.g., Guittard)
Flaky sea salt (optional)

*For a nut-free option, substitute almond flour with oat flour.
**Refined coconut oil is preferred for a neutral taste.
***Use dairy-free caramels for a vegan treat.

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
In a bowl, mix almond flour, coconut flour, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until a soft dough forms.
Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until lightly golden. Let cool completely.
In a saucepan over low heat, melt the caramels with water, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in shredded coconut.
Spread the caramel coconut mixture evenly over the cooled shortbread layer, pressing it down gently.
Melt the dark chocolate chips and drizzle over the top. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt if desired.
Chill the bars until firm, then slice into squares and enjoy!

Notes

Press the caramel coconut layer firmly to ensure it sticks well to the shortbread base.
Use refined coconut oil to avoid a coconut flavor in the shortbread unless you want that hint of coconut.
Chill bars for at least 1 hour for the best cutting and texture.
Store bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 210
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 60mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg