Samoa Brownie Bars
The ultimate comfort food, Samoa Brownie Bars are rich, fudgy, and loaded with coconut and chocolate. These easy-to-make treats are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. Make them tonight and indulge in the delicious layers!
Equipment
- Wooden Spoon
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Food Processor
- Oven
Ingredients
- 12 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Cold and cut into cubes
- 3/4 cup Powdered Sugar
- 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1 package Brownie Mix I used an 18 ounce box
- Water, Oil, and Eggs Called for in the directions on the brownie box
- 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
- 3 cups Sweetened Coconut Flakes
- 1 bag Caramels 12 ounce, unwrapped
- 3 tablespoons Milk or Cream
- 1/3 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter
- pinch Salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300 degrees.Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the sweetened coconut flakes evenly over the sheet. Bake for about 20 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes until golden brown. Remove and let cool.Raise the oven temperature to 350 degrees and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.In a large bowl, combine unsalted butter, powdered sugar, all-purpose flour, and salt. Mix until coarse crumbs form.Press the mixture into the prepared dish and bake for 8 to 10 minutes.Prepare the brownie mix according to package instructions. Stir in semi-sweet chocolate chips and pour over the crust.Bake the brownies as directed until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.In a bowl, combine caramels and milk or cream. Heat until melted, then mix in the toasted coconut.Pour the mixture over the brownies and spread evenly.Melt additional semi-sweet chocolate chips in a baggie and drizzle over the top of the bars.Let cool completely before cutting into squares.
Notes
- Storage: Keep your Samoa Brownie Bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days. If you need to store them longer, consider refrigerating them.
- Freezing: Yes, you can freeze these bars! Cut them into pieces and wrap them individually in plastic wrap, then place them in a freezer-safe bag. They will last for up to three months in the freezer.
- Nutty Variations: Add chopped walnuts or pecans to the brownie batter for an extra crunch. This adds a delightful nuttiness that complements the chocolate.
- Different Chocolates: Feel free to use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet for a more intense chocolate flavor.
- Layering Options: Experiment with different layer combinations. You can try adding a layer of peanut butter or a different flavor of chips to the brownie batter for unique twists.