Samoas Cookie Pie

The Samoas Cookie Pie is your nostalgic childhood favorite reimagined as a shareable, decadent dessert. Built on a chewy cookie base and loaded with shredded coconut, chocolate chips, and golden caramel, it offers all the magic of Girl Scout season no order form required.

With every bite, you get a blissful mix of textures: crunchy coconut edges, melty chocolate pockets, and a dense, buttery cookie foundation. Perfect for parties, bake sales, or that one friend who still misses Girl Scout cookie season, this pie is sure to become your go-to guilty pleasure.

Full Recipe:

Ingredients:

½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick), melted
1 large egg
½ cup light brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for layering)
1 ½ cups sweetened shredded coconut
⅔ of a 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk (about 10 ounces)
4 to 5 ounces salted caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted (for drizzling)

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously grease a 9-inch pie dish and set aside.
In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter (about 1 minute). Let cool briefly.
Add egg, brown sugar, and vanilla to the melted butter and whisk until smooth.
Stir in flour and salt until just combined—do not overmix.
Pour the dough into the prepared pie dish, smoothing the top. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are slightly firm and center is partially set.
Remove from oven. Evenly sprinkle the first ¾ cup of chocolate chips over the crust.
Sprinkle the coconut evenly, then drizzle sweetened condensed milk and caramel sauce over the top (eyeball amounts).
Return to the oven and bake for an additional 25 minutes, watching carefully in the last 10 minutes to avoid burning.
Once the pie looks bubbly at the edges and more set in the center, remove from oven.
While it cools, melt the remaining ¾ cup of chocolate chips in the microwave, stirring until smooth. Drizzle over the pie using a spoon or piping bag.
Allow the pie to cool for at least 4 hours or overnight before slicing and serving. This ensures it sets properly and won’t fall apart when cut.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes

Kcal: 682 kcal | Servings: 1 (9-inch pie)

The Ultimate Dessert Mashup: Samoas Cookie Pie

If there’s one thing that instantly brings back childhood memories, it’s Girl Scout cookie season. The glossy order forms, the intense debates over the best cookie (spoiler: it’s always a showdown between Thin Mints and Samoas), and that thrilling moment when the boxes finally arrive. For many, Samoas—those chewy, sweet, coconut-caramel-chocolate rings are the holy grail. So what if I told you that you can experience all the magic of Samoas, but in a warm, gooey, bakery-style cookie pie?

Enter: the Samoas Cookie Pie. This recipe is the dessert version of a mic drop rich, chewy, beautifully layered, and indulgent in the best way possible. It’s nostalgic, delicious, and surprisingly easy to make. But more than that, it’s a celebration of everything we love about homemade baking: big flavor, generous portions, and that satisfying moment when someone takes a bite and says, “Oh my gosh. What IS this?!”

The Inspiration Behind the Recipe

This pie is inspired by the classic Girl Scout Samoas cookie (also known as “Caramel deLites” in some regions). Samoas are defined by their perfect balance of chewy caramel, crispy cookie, toasted coconut, and a drizzle of chocolate. What makes them irresistible is that layering of flavors and textures sweet, salty, sticky, crunchy all in one bite.

Recreating that experience in pie form is a genius move. Rather than forming dozens of individual cookies (let’s be honest, that’s a bit much for a weeknight bake), the Samoas Cookie Pie simplifies the process while keeping all the iconic elements. It’s a brilliant upgrade like leveling up your favorite cookie into something party-worthy.

This dessert is a great example of “elevated nostalgia” taking a beloved childhood flavor and turning it into something rich and sophisticated enough for adult palates (though still loved by kids, too).

Flavor Profile: Sweet Meets Salty, Soft Meets Crunch

One of the most delightful things about this pie is how it balances flavor and texture. The cookie crust is buttery, soft, and slightly chewy—acting as the perfect foundation for the ooey-gooey toppings. Semi-sweet chocolate chips melt into rich little puddles beneath a golden layer of coconut and sticky caramel.

The addition of salted caramel is a smart twist. While traditional Samoas use plain caramel, the salted version helps cut the sweetness and adds depth. It gives the pie a more “grown-up” feel, and let’s be honest who doesn’t love that sweet-salty combo?

Then there’s the shredded coconut. It gets beautifully toasted on top, adding a bit of crunch and a nutty aroma that complements the chocolate so well. The final chocolate drizzle is the cherry on top literally sealing the deal with its glossy finish and visual appeal.

Why This Pie Works

There are a lot of cookie based pies out there, but this one is different. First, it’s not trying to be something else. It’s not a chocolate chip cookie with extra toppings. This is a carefully layered dessert, where each element brings something unique to the table.

The cookie dough base holds up beautifully under the weight of the toppings without becoming soggy or collapsing. The condensed milk adds structure and richness, helping everything bind together into a sliceable, decadent dessert.

And the best part? It’s much easier than it looks. No stand mixer. No complicated dough. Just a few bowls, some layering, and a little patience while it sets. It’s accessible even for beginner bakers but impressive enough to wow a crowd.

Tips for a Perfect Samoas Cookie Pie

Want to take your pie from great to unforgettable? Here are a few pro tips:

Watch the oven closely. In the last 10 minutes of baking, keep a close eye on your pie. The coconut and caramel can go from golden to burnt quickly. It’s better to slightly underbake than overbake, as it will continue to set while cooling.
Let it cool—seriously. This is not a pie to serve straight from the oven. It needs at least four hours to fully set, or preferably overnight. Cutting into it too soon will result in a gooey mess (delicious, but not sliceable).
Customize your chocolate. Semi-sweet chocolate is standard, but you could experiment with dark chocolate for a more intense flavor or milk chocolate for extra sweetness.
Homemade caramel vs. store-bought. Either works! But if you have time, making your own salted caramel can elevate this pie from delicious to divine.
Use quality ingredients. Since the recipe is simple and ingredient driven, opt for good quality chocolate, real vanilla extract, and fresh shredded coconut if you can.

How to Store and Serve

This pie stores exceptionally well. You can keep it at room temperature in an airtight container for up to five days. For longer storage, slice the pie into wedges, wrap each one in plastic wrap, and freeze them in a zip-top bag. They’ll last for up to six months that way and yes, they taste just as good after thawing.

If you’re serving for a party or gathering, this pie holds its shape well and can be made a day in advance. Want to dress it up? Serve each slice with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The contrast of cold ice cream against the chewy pie? Chef’s kiss.

Variations and Creative Twists

Once you’ve mastered the original version, it’s easy to experiment. Try these fun twists:

Nutty Samoas Pie: Add chopped pecans or almonds for crunch.
Bourbon-Caramel Version: Stir a splash of bourbon into the caramel for a warm, spiked flavor.
Mini Samoas Pies: Bake in individual tart pans for personal servings.
Veganized Version: Use plant-based butter, vegan condensed milk, and dairy free chocolate for a fully vegan treat.

You can also go extra over-the-top and drizzle on a second type of chocolate white or dark for a double-drizzle effect.

Perfect For So Many Occasions

Samoas Cookie Pie isn’t just a nostalgic treat it’s also incredibly versatile. It’s perfect for:

Bake sales (a guaranteed bestseller)
Birthday parties (especially for Samoas lovers)
Holiday gatherings (everyone needs a break from pumpkin pie!)
Potlucks and BBQs
Just-because weekend baking

This is a crowd-pleaser that both kids and adults will love. It’s the kind of dessert that disappears quickly, often with people asking, “Can I get that recipe?”

Conclusion:

If you’ve ever found yourself hoarding boxes of Samoas cookies in fear of the season ending, the Samoas Cookie Pie is your delicious solution. It’s everything you love about the original cookie, reimagined in warm, decadent, sliceable form.

Whether you’re baking for a crowd, treating yourself on a weekend, or introducing someone to the joy of Samoas, this pie delivers. It’s bold. It’s sweet. It’s chewy. It’s rich. And most importantly it’s unforgettable.

So preheat that oven, grab your favorite caramel sauce, and get ready to fall in love with dessert all over again.

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