Frozen Samoa Pie Copycat Girl Scouts Recipe

Layers of chocolate, caramel, and soft cream cheese, all come together in one delicious and creamy frozen Samoa pie recipe! This tasty dessert inspired by the always popular Girl Scout cookie is a perfect addition to any dessert menu!

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Frozen Samoa Pie
Frozen Pie Variations
Ingredients For a Frozen Samoa Pie
Kitchen Tools Needed
How to Make the Frozen Samoa Pie
Frequently Asked Questions
Tips to Make the Frozen Samoa Pie
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Frozen Samoa Pie

Looking to whip up something a bit different this holiday season? Something beyond the basic cheesecakes and chocolate cakes? This frozen Samoa pie hits all the right spots and has a combination of ingredients that will take your taste buds for a ride. Best of all, it is actually pretty easy to make too.

If you like caramel flavors, you might also appreciate this caramel pudding recipe. It's delicious and super easy to make!

Ready to go ahead and give it a try? Here’s everything you need to know about making it.

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Frozen Pie Variations

This recipe is very similar to the classic cookie, ut you can make it even more unique with a few additions if you prefer. Below are some nice variations that would pair well with the flavor profile of this recipe.

Chopped peanuts, candied pecans, walnuts, or pistachios are all great options to add to the texture and flavor of this frozen pie recipe.
Replace the coconut flakes with toasted nuts or shaved chocolate if you want something just a bit different.
Use butterscotch, caramel, or cinnamon chips in this recipe for a little more flavor and texture.
Butterscotch, caramel, or dulce de leche syrup can also be drizzled over the top for a tasty addition to the flavors of the recipe.

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Ingredients For a Frozen Samoa Pie

50 vanilla wafers
¼ cup granulated sugar
6 tablespoons butter
4 ounces cream cheese
14 oz sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup Cool Whip
3 cups toasted coconut
1 cup caramel ice cream topping
¼ cup chocolate syrup
¼ cup shaved milk chocolate

Note: For the chocolate and caramel in this pie, using a thicker ice cream topping is best so that it isn't too runny when the pie is sliced.

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Kitchen Tools Needed

How to Make the Frozen Samoa Pie

In a food processor, pulse the vanilla wafers until fine crumbs.

Add the melted butter and sugar to the vanilla wafers and stir or pulse until they are combined and the cookie crumbs are moistened.

Press the cookie mixture into the bottom of a springform pan then refrigerate for at least 15-minutes.

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In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese, condensed milk, vanilla extract, and salt until creamy.

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Fold in or mix in the Cool Whip until combined then set aside.

Toast the coconut for 2 to 3 minutes n a skillet or on a baking sheet at 400°F for 4 to 5 minutes until just toasted.

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In a small bowl, stir together the toasted coconut with the caramel.

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Pour half of the cream cheese mixture over the prepared crust.

Top it with half of the caramel and coconut mixture.

Spread the remaining cream cheese mixture over the top, then the last of the coconut mixture on top of that.

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Pour the chocolate syrup over the last layer, then top with extra coconut shreds.

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Grate chocolate over the top of the pie then covers and freeze for 2 to 3 hours before serving.

Add a drizzle of caramel syrup over the top if desired before serving.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Other Cookies Work For This Crust?

Just like with cheesecakes, the frozen Samoa pie has a crispy crust. While Nilla wafers are the no-fail best choice thanks to their subtle flavor, you can also opt for alternatives like graham crackers or digestive biscuits. If you don’t have any of these, you can make do with any shortbread cookies of your choice.

How Do I Store the Leftover Frozen Samoa Pie?

Your leftover Samoa pie can be frozen for up to 15 days. Just remember to transfer it to a freezer-safe container to prevent freezer burn. If you want the pie to have a softer taste and texture, you could refrigerate it instead of freezing it. Just cover it well with a tight lid, or transfer it to an airtight container to maintain its freshness.

What Can I Use Instead of Caramel Sauce?

Not a fan of caramel sauce? No worries! Just use any other sauce or thick syrup of your choice. If you want to stick to the classic chocolate flavor, use hot fudge or your regular chocolate sauce.

Peanut butter sauce and strawberry sauce are two other excellent choices you could opt for. Just remember to choose one that has a flavor that complements the chocolate and the coconut in the recipe.

Tips to Make the Frozen Samoa Pie

Think you’ve got the recipe all covered? Don’t forget to try out these additional tips and tricks to take the recipe up a notch.

Make sure that the coconut that you are using for this recipe are toasted well until they are golden brown. This little extra step can really bring out the flavors of both ingredients.
Let the cream cheese come down to room temperature before you use them for the recipe. This will help it soften and get incorporated with the other ingredients nicely.
Allow the pie to freeze for a minimum of 2 hours, ideally overnight, to get it to the right texture. Remember that since the pie mainly consists of soft ingredients, the more its chill time, the better it will be able to hold its shape.
Cutting the frozen Samoa pie into individual slices can be tricky. Remember to use a clean knife at all times, and wipe it with a damp cloth after every single cut to get those perfect, sharp slices.
Don’t have the kosher salt that the recipe calls for? You could use sea salt or regular salt instead. Adding in the salt can really help balance out the sweetness of the pie.
Swap the granulated sugar in the recipe for brown sugar for some extra depth of flavor.
The cream cheese is an essential part of the recipe, but if you don’t have it or are looking for an alternative, you could use heavy whipping cream. Just remember to whip it well while it is super cold so that you get those perfect, stiff peaks that you are looking for.

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Recipe

Yield: 8

Frozen Samoa Pie Recipe

This frozen Samoa pie is loaded with a classic cookie, chocolate, caramel, and coconut with a bit of cheesecake in the mix!

Cook Time 30 minutes

Chill Time 4 hours

Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes

Ingredients

50 vanilla wafers
¼ cup granulated sugar
6 tablespoons butter
4 ounces cream cheese
14 oz sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup Cool Whip
3 cups toasted coconut
1 cup caramel ice cream topping
¼ cup chocolate syrup
¼ cup shaved milk chocolate

Instructions

In a food processor, pulse the vanilla wafers until fine crumbs.
Add the melted butter and sugar to the vanilla wafers and stir or pulse until they are combined and the cookie crumbs are moistened.
Press the cookie mixture into the bottom of a springform pan then refrigerate for at least 15-minutes.
In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese, condensed milk, vanilla extract, and salt until creamy.
Fold in or mix in the Cool Whip until combined then set aside.
Toast the coconut for 2 to 3 minutes n a skillet or on a baking sheet at 400°F for 4 to 5 minutes until just toasted.
In a small bowl, stir together the toasted coconut with the caramel.
Pour half of the cream cheese mixture over the prepared crust.
Top it with half of the caramel and coconut mixture.
Spread the remaining cream cheese mixture over the top, then the last of the coconut mixture on top of that.
Pour the chocolate syrup over the last layer, then top with extra coconut shreds.
Grate chocolate over the top of the pie then covers and freeze for 2 to 3 hours before serving.
Add a drizzle of caramel syrup over the top if desired before serving.