Learn the easy steps for packaging homemade cookies as individual gifts for friends and family
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As a food photographer and mother to a school-age girl, I know the importance of making homemade treats special and memorable. Not only is it a fun activity to do with my daughter, but it also serves as a special way to show our love and appreciation to friends and family.
That’s why I’ve always been a big fan of individually packaging our homemade cookies. Not only does it add a personal touch to the gift, but it also allows for easy portion control and a longer shelf life for the cookies. It’s also a great way to showcase our baking skills, as well as my photography skills.
Individually packaging cookies is also a tradition that dates back to ancient civilizations. The ancient Egyptians, for example, would bake honey-sweetened cakes to honor their gods. And today, we continue this tradition by gifting cookies during special occasions like Easter with an Easter sugar cookies recipe or for birthdays with a Unicorn sugar cookies recipe.
As a mother, I also love to add a little bit of magic and fun to our cookies, and that’s why I love our Unicorn chocolate chip cookies recipe and our Panda shortbread cookies recipe, they’re perfect to delight both children and adults.
The holiday season is the perfect time to get creative with your cookie gifts. Our Ice Skate sugar cookies and Chocolate Cookies with Peppermint Chips recipes are perfect for wintertime gifting. And for those looking to add a little more flair to their cookies, check out my Decorating Cookies with Chocolate Icing recipe for some inspiration.
Once you’ve baked your cookies, the next step is to package them up for gifting. I will share my tips and tricks on how to package and label your cookies for the perfect presentation in my next blog post Package Homemade Cookies and Fudge, and for those looking to store their baked cookies for future use, check out my blog post 3 ways to store baked cookies for tips on how to keep your cookies fresh and delicious.
So, next time you plan on gifting cookies, consider individually packaging them for that extra special touch. Your friends and family will surely appreciate the thought and care that went into their homemade gift. Happy baking!
Package Cookies for Gifts
Individually wrapping cookies not only makes them a great gift option, but it also adds a touch of elegance when serving them on a tray. I like to put the individually wrapped cookies on a serving tray as part of a dessert spread or include them in party favor bags for kids’ birthdays. This makes them a fun and delicious treat for guests to take home.
I also like to bring a tray of cookies to my daughter’s ice rink, where she practices. The presentation of individually wrapped cookies is always a hit among both kids and adults. It’s a thoughtful gesture to bring something sweet to share with her friends and coaches. Additionally, if you prefer, you can also package 2-3 cookies per bag, especially if you have small-size cookies.
Equipment
Materials
Instructions on how to package cookies
- Start by gathering all the materials you will need: self-sealing bags, cookies, Homemade with Love Stickers, and any additional decorations or labels.
- Carefully place one cookie into each self-sealing bag, making sure to handle the cookies gently to avoid breaking them.
- Seal the bag by peeling off the adhesive strip and pressing the edges of the bag together firmly.
- Use Homemade with Love Stickers to decorate the bags, it will give the cookies a personal touch and a rustic feel.
- If you like, you can add a label or tag with the name of the cookie or any additional information.
- Repeat steps 2-5 for each cookie, making sure that each bag is sealed tightly and labeled properly.
- Once all of the cookies are packaged, you can store them in an airtight container or gift box. They are now ready to be given as gifts or enjoyed as a sweet treat.
- And that’s it! You’ve successfully packaged your homemade cookies individually using self-sealing bags and Homemade with Love Stickers, making them the perfect gift or treat for any occasion. Happy gifting!
Individually packaging cookies involves using self-sealing bags and decorations such as Homemade with Love Stickers, carefully placing one cookie in each bag, sealing them, adding a decorative touch, and labeling them properly. This method allows for easy portion control, and longer shelf life and adds a personal touch as a gift or party favor.
Homemade Food Gift Ideas
Cookie Ideas
Individually packaged cookies make for a delicious and thoughtful gift, and there’s no better time to share them than during the holiday season. But, why limit yourself to just the holidays? Individually packaged cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a birthday, a thank-you gift, or simply a way to show someone you care.
As for the cookies themselves, the possibilities are endless. Here are a few classic cookie ideas that are sure to please:
- Chocolate Chip Cookies: A timeless classic that’s hard to resist.
- Sugar Cookies: A versatile cookie that can be decorated to suit any occasion.
- Shortbread Cookies: Buttery, crumbly, and delicious.
- Peanut Butter Cookies: A favorite for both kids and adults.
- Oatmeal Raisin Cookies: A comforting and hearty cookie that’s perfect for the colder months.
Whatever cookies you choose to package, just be sure to make them fresh, seal them well and package them attractively, They will be the perfect gift to share with family, friends, or coworkers. And who knows, they might even inspire a new holiday tradition!
How to Individually Package Cookies for Gift
Equipment
Materials
Instructions
- Start by gathering all the materials you will need: self-sealing bags, cookies, Homemade with Love Stickers, and any additional decorations or labels.
- Carefully place one cookie into each self-sealing bag, making sure to handle the cookies gently to avoid breaking them.
- Seal the bag by peeling off the adhesive strip and pressing the edges of the bag together firmly.
- Use Homemade with Love Stickers to decorate the bags, it will give the cookies a personal touch and a rustic feel.
- If you like, you can add a label or tag with the name of the cookie or any additional information.
- Repeat steps 2-5 for each cookie, making sure that each bag is sealed tightly and labeled properly.
- Once all of the cookies are packaged, you can store them in an airtight container or gift box. They are now ready to be given as gifts or enjoyed as a sweet treat.
- And that's it! You've successfully packaged your homemade cookies individually using self-sealing bags and Homemade with Love Stickers, making them the perfect gift or treat for any occasion. Happy gifting!
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