The sweetest time of the year (aka Girl Scout Cookie season) is back once again.
The Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA)kicked off its 2023 season on Jan. 10 with two exciting changes: a new flavor (Raspberry Rally) and national sponsor (Planet Oat Oatmilk).
Cookie season typically lasts from January to April, but can vary across the country. So if you're eager to know when you can sink your teeth into your flavor, we've rounded up all the essential information you need to know about this year's cookie season.
The newest Girl Scout Cookie flavor is only available online.
There’s a new cookie in town for 2023 and it’s called Raspberry Rally. The thin, crispy cookie is filled with raspberry flavor and dipped in a chocolate coating, and the Girl Scouts describe it as the sister cookie to Thin Mints.
Ready to pick up a box from your local troop? You'll actually have to log on to your computer to order a box.
"Raspberry Rally is GSUSA’s first cookie to be exclusively offered for online direct shipment only to help Girl Scout entrepreneurs hone their e-commerce skills," GSUSA’s Chief Revenue Officer Wendy Lou tells TODAY.com.
The new flavor doesn't go on sale online until Feb. 27. but it's worth the wait — trust us. TODAY food reporter Joe Lamour tried the new treat over the summer and described it as "delicious."
"I don’t often go for many raspberry-flavored treats, as the flavoring often reads artificial to me (like blue-raspberry anything, for instance) but there’s something about the flavor in these that dodge any of those raspberry pitfalls," he wrote at the time.
2023 Girl Scout Cookies lineup
Craving a dose of nostalgia? The following Girl Scout Cookies you've come to know and love over the years will be returning to the lineup this year alongside Raspberry Rally:
- Thin Mints
- Peanut Butter Patties/Tagalongs
- Samoas/Caramel deLites
- Toast-Yay!
- Toffee-tastic
- Lemon-Ups
- Lemonades
- Girl Scout S'mores
- Do-si-dos | Peanut Butter Sandwich
- Caramel Chocolate Chip
- Trefoils
- Adventurefuls
There might be cookie shortages or delays this year.
By now, we're all used to ongoing supply chain shortages, and the Girl Scouts might be affected by them as they enter prime cookie season this year.
"Recently, Little Brownie Bakers, one of Girl Scouts’ bakers, reported projected inventory shortages for the 2023 season. As a result, the shortage will impact select councils’ timing of their local cookie sales," a Girl Scouts press release reads.
Where to buy Girl Scout Cookies
There are multiple ways to get your cookie fix this year. The most traditional method, of course, is buying a few boxes from a Girl Scout you know. You can also reach out to your local council or use the online Girl Scout Cookie Finder to search for local cookie booths.
If you prefer to shop from the comfort of your own home, you can order cookies online starting Feb. 27. via the Girl Scout Cookie Finder. Or, you can text COOKIES to 59618 to get cookie updates.
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FAQs
Girl Scout Cookie season is here! Here’s the sweet lineup? ›
There's a new cookie in town for 2023 and it's called Raspberry Rally. The thin, crispy cookie is filled with raspberry flavor and dipped in a chocolate coating, and the Girl Scouts describe it as the sister cookie to Thin Mints.
What is the new flavor of Girl Scout cookies 2023? ›There's a new cookie in town for 2023 and it's called Raspberry Rally. The thin, crispy cookie is filled with raspberry flavor and dipped in a chocolate coating, and the Girl Scouts describe it as the sister cookie to Thin Mints.
What is the 2023 Girl Scout Cookie mascot? ›Host your event in a place where girls can learn all about the 2023 mascot, the dolphin!
What Girl Scout cookies are discontinued? ›- Golden Nut Clusters/Juliettes. Girl Scouts. ...
- Thanks-A-Lot/All abouts/Animal treasures/Medallions. ...
- Scot-teas. ...
- Savannah Smiles/Lemon Coolers. ...
- Praline Royals. ...
- Apple Cinnamon. ...
- Upside-Downs. ...
- Cinna-Spins.
Have the cookies gotten smaller? No, Girl Scout Cookies are the same size and weight per package.
What is the cookie lineup for 2023? ›- New! Raspberry Rally – Available February 27th for Direct Shipping ONLY. ...
- Thin Mints. Thin Mints are crisp wafers covered in chocolaty coating made with natural oil of peppermint. ...
- Samoas. ...
- Tagalongs. ...
- Do-Si-Dos. ...
- Trefoils. ...
- Lemon-Ups. ...
- Girl Scout S'mores.
How much are Girl Scout cookies in 2023? A box of Girl Scout cookies costs $5, except for the toffee-tastic and Girl Scout s'mores, which are $6.
What is the most popular Girl Scout Cookie? ›According to the Girl Scouts website, Thin Mints is the highest-selling flavor of cookies nationally, followed by Samoas. The top 5 flavors of cookies sold nationally include: Thin Mints® Caramel deLites®/Samoas®
What is the oldest Girl Scout Cookie? ›In July 1922, Girl Scout national headquarters published an edition of The American Girl magazine for all Girl Scouts. The issue contained a recipe for a sugar cookie that could be baked and sold to raise funds for local councils. Thus, the simple sugar cookie was arguably the first true Girl Scout Cookie.
Are Girl Scout Cookies $4 or $5? ›All proceeds from Girl Scout Cookie purchases stay local to help fund life-changing, girl-led programs, experiences, and learning. Traditional Girl Scout Cookie flavors cost $5/package, and the gluten-free flavor costs $6/package.
Why did Girl Scouts get rid of Savannah smiles? ›
This popular addition to the Girl Scouts cookie flavors was introduced in 20--. To make room for some new flavors in select markets, Girl Scouts will retire Savannah Smiles, an instant hit with customers and food influencers in the Southeast.
Can Girl Scout cookies get old? ›Every Girl Scout Cookie package is stamped with a seasonal “use or freeze by” date. Girl Scout Cookies with a 2023 date would be baked for the 2022–23 season.
Are Girl Scout cookies made by Keebler? ›For the past 35 years, Little Brownie Bakers has been making Girl Scout Cookies. But there's a story behind this story. Little Brownie Bakers is a division of Keebler, which is owned by Kellogg .
Why are Girl Scout cookies so expensive now? ›The cost of the iconic cookies traditionally sold this time of year increased in Northern California from $5 to $6 a box on Jan. 29. This is the first price raise for the cookies in eight years, stemming from inflation, supply-chain issues, and shrinking enrollment in the program.
How much were Girl Scout cookies in the 80s? ›According to a New York Times article about Girl Scout cookie sales in 1981, boxes were sold for around $1.50.
Why is there a shortage of Girl Scout cookies? ›“Global supply chain issues, compounded by local labor shortages and a weather-related power outage … continue to impact production.” LBB's problems constrained supply for other cookies, as well.
What are the two new Girl Scout Cookies? ›According to the Girl Scouts website, Raspberry Rally cookies come with a thin and crispy exterior “infused with raspberry flavor,” all dipped in a delicious chocolate coating. “They may look like Thin Mints' sister, but these cookies have a delicious taste that's all their own,” the site added.
What are the new names for Girl Scout Cookies? ›Carrie Stetler from the Star Ledger complains: “I'm outraged–yes, outraged–that Girl Scout Cookies have new names. Samoas are now “Caramel deLites.” Do-si-dos are “Peanut Butter Sandwiches.” Tagalongs are “Peanut Butter Cookies” and Trefoils are “Shortbreads.”