OVen to 350 degrees. Spread coconut out on a rimmed baking sheet and bake for about 2 min, stirring every 10 min or so. Coconut should be tan, not dark brown. Set aside. Grease a 9x13. Mix by hand hte cake mix, 1 egg, and 1/2 of the melted butter. Pat this mixture into the dish and top with toasted coconut. In electric mixer, blend cream cheese and remaining eggs until smooth. Gradually mix in powdered sugar and then butter, until smooth. Stir in bourbon and chopped Samoas. Pour cookie mixture over coconut. Bake for about 30 min, until edges are brown, the middle will still be jiggly. Allow cake to sit at least 30 min.
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