Samoa Brownies Cake Mix

INGREDIENTS

• 1 box brownie mix, with ingredient needed to make brownies
• 3 1/2 cups shredded coconut, toasted
• 2 (14-ounce) packages caramels, unwrapped
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 4 tablespoons milk
• 3 ounces semi-sweet chocolate

PREPARATION

Prepare brownie mix according to box directions and cool.

Preheat oven to 400°F and place coconut on baking pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes. Stir coconut and cook for another 2-3 minutes until toasted. Watch closely so it doesn’t burn.

In a large, microwaveable bowl, add unwrapped caramels, salt, and milk and cook on high for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally (about every 45-60 seconds). Cook until all caramels are melted and smooth.

Add coconut and mix together. Spread over cooled brownies.

Melt the chocolate in the microwave, drizzle over the coconut layer.

Refrigerate 4 to 5 hours, or overnight. Remove at least 1 hour from the fridge before cutting.

Remove the brownies about 20 to 30 minutes before serving, so the caramel will soften just a bit.

ORIGINAL