Description
These Easy Samoa Brownies are a delightful twist on classic brownies, topped with toasted coconut, rich caramel, and a drizzle of melted chocolate for the perfect sweet and chewy treat inspired by the beloved Samoa cookie flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Brownie Base
- 1 box brownie mix (prepared according to the package directions)
Topping
- 2 cups shredded coconut
- 16 ounce bottle caramel ice cream topping
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (melted)
Instructions
- Prepare Brownies: Bake the brownies as directed on the package in your oven. Once done, leave the oven on for the next step.
- Toast Coconut: Spread shredded coconut evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Place it in the oven and toast until evenly browned, stirring frequently, which will take approximately 3 to 5 minutes. Keep a close eye to avoid burning.
- Cool Coconut: Remove the toasted coconut from the oven and allow it to cool slightly to prevent melting the caramel in the next step.
- Mix Caramel and Coconut: In a bowl, combine the cooled toasted coconut with the caramel ice cream topping, stirring well to blend all the flavors together.
- Top Brownies: Spoon and spread the caramel-coconut mixture evenly over the baked brownies to create a luscious layer.
- Drizzle Chocolate: Transfer melted semi-sweet chocolate chips into a piping bag or a small plastic bag with the corner snipped off and drizzle the chocolate beautifully over the caramel-coconut topping for a decorative finish.
- Chill: Place the brownies in the refrigerator and chill until the chocolate has set and the brownies are cooled through.
- Slice and Serve: Once chilled, cut the brownies into squares and serve, enjoying the perfect combination of chewy brownie, caramel, coconut, and chocolate flavors.
Notes
- Be sure to watch the coconut closely while toasting as it can burn quickly.
- Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking when toasting the coconut.
- For added texture, you can sprinkle some chopped nuts on top before drizzling the chocolate.
- These brownies are best served chilled to maintain the topping’s integrity.
- You can substitute caramel ice cream topping with homemade or store-bought caramel sauce if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Samoa brownies, caramel coconut brownies, toasted coconut brownies, easy dessert, chocolate caramel brownies, copycat Samoa cookies
