How to Make Vegan Samoa Girl Scout Cookies
By Sophie Hord
Don’t let the word “vegan” scare you, especially in the context of dessert. These cookies are a healthy substitute for whenever you’re craving something sweet. They’re just like Samoa Girl Scout Cookies, except you don’t have to regret eating six in a row.
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Try these next time you’re sweet tooth kicks in.
#SpoonTip: If you find that the oats aren’t sticking together when you’re mixing the ingredients, add more coconut oil. The coconut oil is what holds the cookies together so they won’t crumble. Don’t be afraid to keep adding, coconut oil is packed with health benefits.
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Vegan Samoa Girl Scout Cookies
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 10
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Ingredients:
½ cup gluten free oats
½ cup organic whole cashews
4 tablespoons organic maple syrup
6 tablespoons coconut oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Semisweet dark chocolate chips
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Directions:
Blend together the cashews and oats until they are thoroughly mixed.
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Pour the blended mixture into a medium sized mixing bowl and add in the maple syrup.
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Add the vanilla extract to the mixture.
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Melt the coconut oil into a pan and add to mixture.
Once the coconut oil has cooled, stir everything together and add in the chocolate chips. Mix again.
Shape the cookies onto a plate or tray.
Put cookies in the freezer and wait about 15 minutes until they are fully hardened.
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All photos by Maggie Lees.
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