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Easy Samoa Brownies

Decadent brownies topped with a rich coconut and caramel layer, reminiscent of the beloved Samoa cookies.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Brownie Base
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
Coconut Topping
  • 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 cup caramel sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup chocolate chips for drizzling

Method
 

Prepare the Brownie Base
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. In another bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Make the Coconut Topping
  1. While the brownies are baking, toast the shredded coconut in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden brown, stirring frequently.
  2. Once the brownies are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for about 10 minutes.
  3. Spread the caramel sauce evenly over the warm brownies, then sprinkle the toasted coconut on top.
  4. Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave or double boiler, then drizzle over the coconut layer.
  5. Allow the brownies to cool completely before cutting into squares and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For an extra touch, you can sprinkle a little sea salt on top of the chocolate drizzle before it sets.

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