How to Package Cookies for Gifting and Storage (2024)

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How to pack cookies for gift giving? ›

Just place a few cookies in the center of a square sheet of a festive red or green cellophane, bunch it up at the top, and tie it together with a ribbon—and that's it. If you wanted to add some stickers to give it an extra flare you can, but the splash of color with the cellophane can definitely stand alone.

Balingit agrees, “If possible, it's best to keep cookies in airtight containers at home before having to transfer them to boxes or bags to give to friends. I prefer Pyrex glass containers with lids to plain Ziploc bags because I find they keep cookies fresher for longer periods of time.”

How to Package Cookies for Mailing. Use a durable, rigid box or empty tin as a mailing container. Place bubble wrap in the bottom of the container, then line the container with aluminum foil or plastic food wrap that is large enough to wrap over the cookies when the container is full.

Stuff the tin or container with tissue paper (here's a festive option!), crumbled newspaper, or packing peanuts to keep the cookies snug. Place the tin or container into a shipping box and use more crumbled newspaper or other shipping materials if needed. Then send off!

Once you have your box all ready to go with the cookies wrapped up tightly in their baggies for maximum freshness and lid secured, you're ready to ship! Place your cookie box in a larger cardboard box filled with tissue paper, packing peanuts or bubble wrap.

COOKIE PACKAGES

Stack desired amount of cookies in the center of a parchment paper sheet. Wrap all around and seal with a festive ribbon. Finish with a name tag for an adorable, festive way to give the gift of cookies!

Plastic wrap is my go-to material for wrapping cookies. It keeps them fresh longer and you are able to showcase the beauty of your homemade cookie. Whatever you choose, be sure to use a food-safe wrapping option like parchment paper, cellophane bags, waxed paper, or aluminum foil.

Common packaging materials for cookies include flexible barrier bags, plastic wrappers, tin containers, cardboard boxes, and glass jars. Flexible barrier bags, with their multi-layered construction, are specifically designed to create a strong barrier against external elements, ensuring optimal freshness.

Many simple cookies sell for between $2.00 and $5.00 each, but it's not uncommon to see a dozen cookies cost $55 or more depending on the time and ingredients that went into making them. Some people charge $10 or more per cookie because of their decorative, custom designs.

Line a plastic box with a couple of layers of kitchen tissue. Layer your cookies between sheets of baking parchment to fit into the lined box. Wrap your layers of cookies and paper in cling film. And again.

How do you put together a cookie gift box? ›

Pick a medley of cookies.

“I like the idea of a curated box that has an assortment of cookies, plus some surprise nibbles and treats. Include cookies with a variety of shapes, from simple round snickerdoodles to snowflake-shaped sugar cookies. Play with a range of textures, including chewy fudge and crisp shortbread.