Paleo Gluten Free Samoa Cookies
These Paleo Gluten Free Samoa Cookies are so fun and festive. In addition to being a healthier version of a classic, they’re filled with the best flavors and ingredients. The shortbread cookies are thin and crispy. The homemade caramel is sweet and sticky. Lastly, the chocolate drizzle is the perfect garnish.
Ingredients
For the shortbread layer
For the homemade caramel
For the chocolate drizzle
Instructions
- Step 1
First, preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2
Make the caramel sauce first. Add all caramel ingredients except coconut flakes to a skillet and stir to combine. Bring to a light boil. Then, turn heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes or until sauce has thickened. Stir every 1 to 2 minutes to prevent burning. Remove from heat and stir in coconut flakes.
- Step 3
To make shortbread cookies, all shortbread ingredients to a large mixing bowl. Stir to combine.
- Step 4
Use 2 sheets of parchment paper and a rolling pin to roll out dough to 1/4 inch thickness. Using a cookie cutter, cut out 2 inch circles. For the smaller inner circle, use a large straw or knife to cut out the center.
- Step 5
Place cookies on baking sheet and bake for only 6 to 7 minutes or until set.
- Step 6
Remove cookies from oven and allow to cool for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Step 7
Once caramel sauce has thickened and cookies have cooled, carefully spoon caramel mixture onto each cookie. Place cookies in freezer for 20 minutes.
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Hello, my name is Addison! I am a gluten free food blogger, food photographer, and founder of Organically Addison. I have been blogging for 5 years and now operate 4 websites! In 2024, I launched Sweet Addison’s and became a food brand founder. Sweet Addison’s specializes in creating gourmet gluten free dairy free desserts with nationwide shipping.
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