Description
A rich and indulgent no-bake Samoa Cheesecake inspired by the beloved Girl Scout cookie, featuring a chocolate cookie crust, creamy coconut-vanilla cheesecake filling, and a caramel-toasted coconut topping with a drizzle of melted chocolate.
Ingredients
2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs (such as Oreos, crushed with filling)
5 tablespoons melted coconut oil or butter
2 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese, softened
1 cup full-fat canned coconut milk
1/3 cup pure maple syrup or honey
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
1/2 cup dairy-free or regular chocolate chips, melted
Pinch of sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix the crushed chocolate cookies and melted coconut oil until fully combined.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan to form the crust. Chill while preparing the filling.
- In a blender or food processor, blend cream cheese, coconut milk, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the filling over the crust and spread evenly. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight until fully set.
- While the cheesecake sets, toast shredded coconut in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly until golden brown. Let cool.
- Stir caramel sauce into the toasted coconut until well coated.
- Spread the coconut-caramel mixture over the chilled cheesecake.
- Drizzle the melted chocolate over the top in a zigzag pattern and sprinkle with sea salt if using.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up the topping before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use gluten-free cookies to make it gluten-free.
For a vegan version, use dairy-free cream cheese, chocolate, and caramel.
Add 1/2 teaspoon of coconut extract for a stronger coconut flavor.
Store-bought toasted coconut can save time.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
