Using Christmas Cookies As Gifts

So it is Christmas again and you are wondering what you could do to make a really meaningful gift for family, friends and neighbors. Have you thought about making Christmas cookies? Delicious Christmas cookies can make a wonderful and eagerly received gift by anyone and the best thing of all there is no size requirement! Everyone from neighbors, to faraway friends will appreciate a box of Christmas cookies. So dust off your recipe file, put on your apron and read on for some of the best tips for using Christmas cookies as gifts.

1.The number one issue on using Christmas cookies for gifts usually involves shipping them. Many Moms want to be able to ship homemade cookies to faraway family members or perhaps that college student or most importantly, a soldier who is far from home at the holidays. The key here is to pick a cookie that ships well. Delicate cookies like Florentines or stained glass wafers may arrive as a box of crumbs after tumbling across the country or around the world. Choose a cookie that holds up well to being handled and won’t disintegrate in a change of temperature. Bar cookies, brownies and some chocolate chip cookies tend to ship well. Packing stores can also give you advice on the best way to pack your cookies so that they will arrive intact and delicious.

2.When deciding on cookies to give as a gift it is important to consider the likes and food preferences of the recipient. While you may a like an exotic cookie with an unusual taste keep in mind that it may not be to everyone’s liking. If you want your cookies to be consumed and relished consider a cookie that will have a wide appeal. Traditional favorites tend to be well liked (hence why they are favorites). Sugar cookies (iced or plain), chocolate chip and bar cookies tend to be liked by just about everyone. If you are making a highly specific gift of cookies for someone be sure and find out if they have food allergies.