Dec 08 2008
Mailing Cookies
Many people like to give or receive cookies during to holidays, but doing this could be a little tricky. When packaging and shipping cookies there are many important things to remember if you want your item to be received in one piece. Certain cookies tend to ship better than others do. You should not ship cookies with custard or custard-like fillings or toppings because these could spoil. Any cookie that needs to be refrigerated or that is real delicate should also not be shipped.
Cookies that have a crunchy or hard texture and those that are sturdy or dry, make great for shipping. You won’t have to worry about breakage or drying out. Cookies that are slightly chewy such as chocolate chip or oatmeal will dry out if in a package for more than a week, so if their destination is a long way off, you might want to ship them by express mail. If mailing fudge, brownies, or peanut butter bars make sure to wrap each individually with plastic wrap to keep them moist.
Things to Remember
Don’t pack crisp and soft cookies together
Don’t overstuff your container
Pack cookies in a sturdy tin or airtight container.
