The latest Girl Scout Cookie is more than just a crunchy ode to chocolatey rocky road ice cream — it is an invitation to discovery in a lineup of limited-time treats sprinkled with nostalgia.
The new Exploremores represent “the bold, adventurous spirit of every Girl Scout,” said Lisa Johnson, CEO of Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida, and the flavors of chocolate, marshmallow and toasted almond cream “reflect the spirit of exploration at the heart of every Girl Scout.”
Girl Scout Cookie season is in full swing, with troop members spreading out through South Florida to sell boxes through Sunday, Feb. 15. In addition to Exploremores, this year’s selection includes Thin Mints, Samoas, Do-si-dos, Lemon-Ups, Tagalongs, Toffee-tastic, Trefoils and Adventurefuls.
“Cookie sales help our girls unbox a world of possibilities as they learn, grow and thrive,” Johnson said. “Through their experiences, they build courage, confidence and character that last a lifetime.”
All flavors are $6 per box, except for the gluten-free Toffee-tastic, which is $7 — no price increase this year,
“We work hard to keep costs steady to make it easier for our amazing customers to support local Girl Scouts,” Johnson said. “And, of course, all proceeds from the Girl Scout Cookie Sale stay right here in our community to support Girl Scout programs and activities.”
What is Johnson’s favorite cookie?
“My freezer is always stocked with Thin Mints, which have long been my favorite Girl Scout Cookie,” she said. “But I have to admit that the new Exploremores are a strong contender for my new favorite. I love that our cookie lineup has something for everyone — chocolate lovers, peanut butter aficionados, salted caramel fans and more!”
Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida and its council encompass more than 6,900 girls ages 5 to 17 and adult volunteers in Broward, Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie, Indian River and Okeechobee counties. Members are expected to sell more than a million boxes this year, including over 50,000 boxes that will be donated to the Cookies for the Military program, Johnson said.
For the 18th year, the program lets supporters donate boxes or cases of Girl Scout Cookies for service members stationed in the United States or overseas.
One way to participate is through their partnership with Duffy’s Sports Grill for Give a Box, Get a Box. Girl Scouts will be at Duffy’s locations throughout Broward, Palm Beach, Martin and St. Lucie Counties from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6. Purchase a box of cookies to donate to service members and get a free box of your favorite flavor.
“Locally, almost 900,000 boxes have been donated since 2009, and our soldiers so appreciate receiving a tasty treat that reminds them of home,” Johnson said.
For the first time, Girl Scouts will get free membership by selling 100 boxes of cookies.
“This is an $80 value and will help ensure that girls continue to have access to our incredible leadership experiences,” Johnson said. “Troops often set aside proceeds from the sale to renew membership each year, and this reward will ensure that troops have even more funds to support the Girl Scout experience for their girls.”
Beyond scooping up boxes to crush your cookie cravings, she encourages everyone to take a moment to speak with the girls.
“Ask her about her goals and what her troop is working toward. Ask her about her favorite part of Girl Scouts,” Johnson said. “And be sure to support her sale — every box counts!”
Use their Find Cookies! tool at gssef.org to enter your ZIP code and locate a booth or troop near you.
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