It seems like they are targeting you at your weakest, when you have no food in the house and need to stock up. One box wouldn't hurt, right? Well, one box inevitably turns into two or three or 10.
Now you have a reason to walk on by with your head held high. You can even tell those sweet young girls that you have some at home already. Because with these great low-carb and paleo Girl Scout cookie knockoffs, you will never be tempted again.
Thin Mints
Thin Mints are the most popular variety of Girl Scout cookies and it's easy to make a healthier version. Here are three great recipes to make your own.
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These low-carb Flourless Thin Mints rely on egg whites for their crisp texture.
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Want a Girl Scout cookie recipe fit for a caveman? Try these Paleo Thin Mints.
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Your cookies don't have to be flat! Try these low-carb Thin Mint Truffles for a fun twist.
Samoas
If the caramel coconutty goodness of Samoas (or Caramel DeLights) is more your style, take heart. Those too can be made into healthier cookies!
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These Grain-Free Paleo Samoas rely on coconut sugar for sweetness.
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Want your Samoas to be truly sugar free? Try this low-carb Samoa recipe.
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Cutting cookies into circles makes for extra work. Why not just enjoy the same flavors in bar form? Low-Carb Samoa Bars.
Tagalongs
Tagalongs may now be called Peanut Butter Patties, but no one can deny that the chocolate peanut butter combo is irresistible. These recipes make it easy to enjoy those flavors without blowing your healthy diet.
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This healthy vegan Tagalong recipe can be made with stevia or with maple syrup.
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For a Paleo Tagalong recipe, try substituting the peanut butter with almond butter.
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If you need to be sugar-free, these Low Carb Tagalongs might be just the thing.
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Once again, it's easier to make bars than fuss about cutting out cookies. These Low-Carb Tagalong Bars will satisfy that craving.
Other Girl Scout Favorites
There are plenty of other tasty Girl Scout cookies, although they don't get nearly as much attention as the top three varieties. No matter what your favorite, there's a healthy version out there to help you resist temptation.
Savannah Smiles
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Miss the old lemony sweetness of the Savannah Smiles? Try these Sugar-Free Lemony Butter Cookies.
Do-Si-Dos
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A grain-free vegan version of Do-Si-Dos? Truly a mark of genius!
Trefoil
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The unassuming Trefoil gets a healthy makeover with these low-carb Shortbread Cookies.