Samoas Cookies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 cups all-purpose flour.
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1/4 teaspoon baking powder.
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1 teaspoon salt.
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2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature.
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1/2 cup granulated sugar.
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract.
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2 tablespoons half and half.
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14 ounces sweetened coconut flakes.
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30 ounces caramels.
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1/2 cup evaporated milk.
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1 cup dark chocolate melting wafers.
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil or shortening.
# Instructions:
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Mix dry ingredients, then cream butter and sugar. Add vanilla and half and half, then combine with flour mixture.
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Roll dough to 1/4-1/2 inch thickness on parchment, chill for 1 hour.
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Cut 2.5-3 inch rounds with 1-inch centers removed.
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Bake at 350°F for 10-12 minutes until golden brown on bottom.
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Spread coconut on sheet, bake 8-12 minutes until golden, stirring often.
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Melt caramels with evaporated milk, reserve 1/2 cup for base layer.
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Spread caramel on cookies, then add coconut-caramel mixture. Chill 30 minutes.
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Dip bottoms in melted chocolate, drizzle tops, then chill 1 hour.
# Notes:
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Work quickly with caramel.
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Use fingers for best topping application.
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Can be stored in refrigerator or freezer.