Craving Girl Scout cookies but want simple, real food ingredients? Try these Healthy Samoa Cookies! This easy, no-bake recipe will become a new staple for you.

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Girl Scout Cookie season is a dangerous time. You see a cute little girl out there testing her entrepreneur and sales skills and how can we say no to that? Plus, those cookies are so darn good. Even if the ingredient list leaves a lot to be desired, we justify it because we are supporting the GIRL SCOUTS!

It’s hard to say no. Especially when your favorite Girl Scout cookie flavor is Samoas. You, too? That crunch, that coconutty vibe with chocolate, and caramel–it’s totally my jam. Love these delicious Caramel Delites! (I still call them Samoas. Why did they change the name?!)

Since I’m all about enjoying sweet treats with a healthy twist, I decided to give this homemade Samoa version a shot! And guess what? These healthy Samoa cookies are downright addictive and could not be easier to whip up. The biggest problem was the first time I made them, they were gone in the same day!

Take them to work and gatherings, or stock up your own cookie jar – these are truly delightful. Serve them with your favorite beverage or eat them as your after lunch or dinner sweet treat – you can’t go wrong either way.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

No Special Equipment Needed: You don’t need a stand mixer or food processor. All you need are two bowls and a lined baking sheet!

Easy and Quick Recipe: Who’d say no to less than an hour of prep time to get the most delectable cookies ever? Let me guess – NO ONE! This recipe is as easy as it gets and doesn’t take too much of your time. Most of the time is actually for chilling, so totally hands off.

Extremely Similar to the Real Samoas Cookies:. This vegan and gluten-free version of Samoas Cookies is almost as good as the real thing. There’s shredded coconut, dark chocolate, caramel like flavor- classic! I omitted the shortbread crust layer and you won’t miss it a bit. This is SO much easier and it’s delicious without it.

No Refined or Artificial Sweeteners: We’re using maple syrup and coconut sugar as our sweetener. Both are all-natural and a healthier alternative to processed sugar because they retain some nutrients instead of having them stripped away with processing. They also add a great caramel flavor to the cookies.

Perfectly Shareable: A batch yields 18 cookies, so feel free to share them with your loved ones! You can even make multiple batches and gift them to friends and family.

No-Bake Cookie Recipe: Dodge that oven heat with this no-bake cookie recipe! It’s perfect for the hot summer months when you crave something sweet but don’t want to turn on the oven.

Make Your Own Version: You can leave out an ingredient or swap out another one to make your own version of these delicious cookies. Don’t be afraid to experiment and find your perfect combination of flavors! Follow the recipe to a T to start, and then have fun with different versions.

Ingredients You Need

I love making cookies with healthy ingredients! Here’s what you need to make these no bake Samoa cookies.

Coconut Sugar: Make homemade caramel with this less processed sugar. It has an excellent flavor and also contains a small amount of inulin fiber, which helps regulate your blood sugar levels, making a huge spike less likely than with regular white sugar.

Coconut Oil: You can use refined or unrefined coconut oil here.

Maple Syrup: Maple syrup adds to the incredible flavor of these healthy Samoa cookies.

Unsweetened Almond Milk: Moisten your cookie base for a silky texture. Since we’re using only a bit, you can oat or coconut milk, too.

Salt: Know this – salt is a dessert recipe staple! Add just a tiny bit and watch the flavors balance out beautifully.

Natural Almond Butter: The mixture of almond butter with coconut oil and maple syrup and coconut sugar creates a caramel-like flavor and texture while keeping this recipe vegan. Peanut butter or cashew butter can be subbed here, but the flavor profile will change.

Vanilla Extract: Enhance the buttery notes of your copycat Girl Scout Samoa cookies by adding a bit of vanilla extract. It pairs with the caramelizing coconut sugar and maple syrup for a flavor boost.

Unsweetened Coconut: You want to use unsweetened coconut here. It should be free of sugars and other additives. Also, use finely shredded coconut instead of coconut flakes. It’s easier to shape and holds together well.

Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats: These will work as our binding agent for the recipe. And, of course, the chewy texture and the great mouthfeel are a bonus.

Stevia-Sweetened Dark Chocolate Chips: The original Samoa cookies are dipped in milk chocolate. But we’re tweaking this a bit for a healthier alternative. In my opinion, dark chocolate chips pair much better with coconut and caramel.

How to Make Healthy Samoa Cookies

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, wax paper, or a silicone baking mat.
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the coconut sugar, maple syrup, coconut oil, salt, and almond butter to a simmer. Bring to a simmer and allow to simmer for one minute, whisking constantly.
Remove from the heat and add the vanilla, shredded coconut, and rolled oats and stir until well combined.
Use a cookie scoop to drop the mixture onto the prepared cookie sheet. Use your finger or thumb to create a small hole in the middle and then slightly flatten the cookie. Repeat until you’ve used all the mixture.
Place the tray in the freezer to allow the cookies to set, 20 minutes or so.
Meanwhile, melt the chocolate chips using a double boiler or the microwave.
Dip each cookie into the melted chocolate so the bottom half gets a coating of the chocolate. Place it, chocolate side down, back on the tray. Repeat with all the cookies.
Use a spoon to drizzle the remaining melted chocolate on top of the cookies. Return the tray to the freezer to allow the chocolate to set, 10 minutes or so.
Store these cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Enjoy!

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Store Leftovers at Room Temperature?

These healthy Samoa cookies are best stored in a refrigerator in a sealed container. If you keep them outside on the table, the chocolate will melt!

Do I Have to Toast Coconut for This Recipe?

Toasting the coconut adds a deeper flavor and crunch to these cookies, but if you’re short on time or just don’t feel like it, you can skip this step.

Can I Make These Cookies Ahead of Time?

Yep, these healthy Samoa Girl Scout cookies are perfect for making ahead of time. You can store them in the fridge for up to a week. Enjoy when you’re ready.

These are the real deal! If you try these homemade Samoas or any of my other healthy recipes, please leave a comment and star rating below. It helps other readers know which recipes are tried and true and also helps my recipes be found more easily. I appreciate you! Share your photos of my recipes you make on Instagram and tag me and I’ll feature you!

This recipe was adapted from my No Bake Almond Butter Cookies. Please try those, too! Find all my healthy cookie recipes here.

Comments

Christian Franklin says

April 6, 2025 at 5:20 pm

Hey I noticed the ingredients call for almond milk but then it’s not included in the steps. I made mine without because I wasn’t paying attention and they are fine but didn’t know if it made a huge difference and when to add it! Thank you!!

- Maryea says
  
  April 8, 2025 at 9:12 am
  
  Good catch! I edited the instructions to include it. Sorry about that–I’m glad to hear it worked out without it!

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