It is holiday baking time and there are many people I know that have cookie sharing parties. My girlfriend holds one every year and the girls all get together and bake for hours and at the end they split up the cookies between the all. They make about 10-15 different types of cookies and bars and delicious goodies! Yumm
Unless you have a big household, there is no way that I could have more than a dozen or so at my home at one time so getting some storage tips was important for me. So I thought I would share them with you.
Easy Holiday Cookie Storage Tips
1) Cookies with strong contrasting flavors should be stored separately.
2) Cookies can be frozen up to 3 months depending on what is in them. Most of them are okay to freeze.
3) Cookies do keep longer in a sealed container in the refrigerator
4) Add 1/2 to 1 slice of bread to each container of cookies you store. This helps to absorb moisture and odors. Change out the bread every 3-4 days.
5) Let your cookies cool completely before placing in your storage containers. They do best when layered in an airtight container. Placing wax paper in between the layer will insure that they will not stick together.
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I appreciate any food storage tips since I am never sure of the proper way to store anything. It is good to know that we can store most cookies in the freezer for up to 3 months.
I’ve never tried the slice of bread trick. I’ve only used a piece of apple, which isn’t that effective. Next time I’m trying this!!
These are good tips. I never placed breadin my cookie tins and I shall have to try it now.
These are good tips, and several of them are new to me. I want to start having a cookie exchange party every year…I also just love baking cookies! Thanks!
Thanks for the tips. My daughter has been in a baking mood the last few days. She has found numerous recipes for cookies and treats. My husband and I take most of what she makes to work since we just don’t eat it quick enough. I knew you could freeze some things but never thought about storing them with a piece of bread. Enjoy your baking and cookies!