New Tempting CopyCat TagALongs Girl Scout Cookies

Girl Scout Cookie season is one of the most anticipated times of the year, but let’s face it – sometimes you don’t have easy access to a Girl Scout dealer. Even when you do, those boxes of cookies seem to disappear in the blink of an eye (at least in my house, they’re lucky to last a few days). And what about those off-season cravings? The ones that hit you long after the last cookie has been devoured? That’s where this homemade Tagalongs copycat recipe comes in.

As my all-time favorite Girl Scout Cookie, Tagalongs hold a special place in my heart. This recipe ensures I can enjoy their irresistible combination any time of the year. While I happily support my local Girl Scout Troop and my niece’s troop every year with donations, there’s something special about being able to whip up a batch of these cookies at home. Whether you’re trying to stretch the season a little longer or need a homemade solution to your cookie cravings, this recipe delivers all the deliciousness of the classic Tagalongs without the wait. Get ready to bring Girl Scout magic to your kitchen year-round!

CopyCat TagALongs Girl Scout Cookies

Copycat Tagalongs Girl Scout Cookies are a homemade version of the popular peanut butter and chocolate treat. These cookies feature a buttery shortbread base, topped with a creamy layer of peanut butter, and coated in rich, smooth chocolate. They capture the essence of the original Tagalongs but are customizable, cost-effective, and easy to make at home with simple ingredients. Perfect for satisfying cravings or impressing friends and family with a delicious, nostalgic dessert.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: cookies, dessert, girl scouts

Total Time: 2 hours hours

Servings: 12 cookies

Calories: 627kcal

Equipment

• paddle attachment For a mixer
• Mixing Bowls
• Cookie sheet
• wax paper
• cooking spray
• cookie dough scooper
• Spatula
• butter knife
• fork

Ingredients

Peanut Butter Filling:

• 1 ¼ cup peanut butter
• 1 cup powder sugar sifted

Shortbread Cookie:

• ¾ pound salted butter room temperature
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
• 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour

Chocolate Coating:

• 1 lb. Milk Chocolate for candy dipping

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Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

Cookie Dough:

• Using a paddle attachment on a mixer, mix the butter and 1 cup of sugar until they are just combined.
• Add the vanilla.
• In a medium bowl, sift the flour and salt together, then add them to the butter-and-sugar mixture.
• Mix on low speed until the dough starts to come together. If your dough is a little dry, try adding 1 Tbsp. of water at a time until the dough comes together.
• Roll dough into a ball and wrap it in plastic; chill for 30 minutes.
• Bake for 14-16 minutes, until the edges begin to brown.
• Allow to cool to room temperature.

Peanut Butter Filling:

• While the Cookies are baking, start the peanut butter filling.
• In a small mixing bowl, mix together peanut butter and powder sugar until it’s completely blended and no sugar can be seen.
• On a cookie sheet, lay wax paper or grease the pan with cooking spray.  
• Place ½ tablespoon of the peanut butter mixture on the prepared pan. (I used a cookie dough scooper, and it worked great.)
• Once Cookies are cool, use a spatula, and remove the peanut butter from the pan.  
• Place one ball in the middle of the shortbread cookie and use a butter knife to spread the peanut butter around the cookie.
• Repeat with remaining peanut butter balls and cookies.

Chocolate Coating:

• Melt Chocolate coating according to package.
• Once melted, use a fork to dip the cookies into the chocolate.
• Allow the excess chocolate to drip off the cookies and transferred to wax paper to allow cookie coating to harden.

Nutrition

Calories: 627kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 63mg | Sodium: 323mg | Potassium: 265mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 33g | Vitamin A: 783IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 2mg

Making Tagalong cookies at home is a fun and rewarding baking project. It’s also a delicious way to enjoy your favorite Girl Scout Cookies anytime you want. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can recreate the perfect combination that makes Tagalongs irresistible. Plus, you can customize the recipe to suit your preferences.

These homemade Tagalongs also make wonderful gifts and party treats that will impress. Pack them in a cute tin or serve them at your next gathering – everyone will ask for the recipe! While nothing beats supporting your local Girl Scout troop during cookie season, this recipe is the perfect backup plan for when your stash runs out, or cravings strike during the off-season. So why not give this recipe a try? Once you taste these homemade Tagalongs, you might make them a regular treat. Happy baking, and enjoy every bite!