{"id":899883,"date":"2019-02-27T11:42:50","date_gmt":"2019-02-27T17:42:50","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/?p=899883"},"modified":"2024-10-03T11:59:57","modified_gmt":"2024-10-03T16:59:57","slug":"how-to-freeze-cookies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-freeze-cookies\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Freeze Cookies"},"content":{"rendered":"On those days when you need a homemade treat ASAP, put away the stand mixer and sticks of butter. Instead, reach for cookies from your freezer. Yes, you heard me right. You can actually freeze<\/em> cookies\u2014and they taste just as good weeks later as they did the day they came out of the oven. Here\u2019s how to do it.\r\n

How to Freeze Cookies<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n

Step 1: Make Sure Your Cookies are Suitable for Freezing<\/strong><\/h3>\r\nTheoretically, you can put any type of cookies in the freezer, but some varieties hold up better than others. One of our best tips for freezing cookies<\/a> is to avoid any overly delicate treats (like these meringue hearts<\/a>) or any decorated cookies as the frosting will lose its fluffy texture.\r\n\r\nThe best cookies to freeze<\/a> are sturdy and simple\u2014think drop cookies (like these chocolate chip beauties<\/a>), cutouts (you can decorate them after they thaw!) or cookie bars (like these snickerdoodle blondies<\/a>). Learn more about the different types of cookies<\/a>.\r\n

Step 2: Freeze in a Single Layer<\/strong><\/h3>\r\nTo freeze cookies, start by baking them. Then, once they\u2019ve cooled, arrange cookies in a single layer on a baking sheet. Pop the sheet in the freezer for 30 minutes or until the cookies are frozen solid.\r\n

Step 3: Place in Desired Container<\/strong><\/h3>\r\nThen, layer frozen cookies in airtight containers<\/a>, with a piece of parchment paper separating each layer. This will help prevent the cookies from sticking to one another.\r\n\r\nRepeat until all of the cookies are packed, then freeze containers for up to three months. Thaw (or pop in the microwave for a few seconds\u2014we won\u2019t tell) before serving.\r\n

Can You Freeze Cookie Dough?<\/strong><\/h2>\r\nAbsolutely! If you\u2019re still craving a fresh-from-the-oven cookie, freezing cookie dough<\/a> works, too. Just whip up your favorite dough\u2014again, hefty recipes work best\u2014and freeze. You can either freeze the entire quantity of dough or individual portions.\r\n\r\nFor the entire batch:<\/strong> Wrap the finished dough in parchment paper, flatten into a circle shape and place in a freezer bag. Thaw dough overnight in the fridge before shaping into cookies and baking.\r\n\r\nFor individual cookies:<\/strong> Scoop dough onto a cookie sheet lined with parchment. Place the sheet in the freezer for 30-45 minutes or until the dough balls are frozen. Place frozen balls in a freezer-safe bag or container. To bake, thaw overnight in the fridge. Or, bake from frozen\u2014just increase the recipe\u2019s cook time by 3-4 minutes.\r\n\r\n\t\t\t
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