Prepare the cookie dough according to recipe instructions, but do not bake. Pack it into an airtight freezer container or wrap well in plastic wrap and place in a ziptop freezer bag.
To make frozen cookie dough balls.
Prepare the cookie dough according to recipe instructions, but do not bake. Line a baking sheet that fits your freezer with parchment paper. Form the dough into balls and place on the tray.
Place the tray in the freezer for several hours until the dough balls are firm. Transfer the balls to an airtight freezer container or place them in a ziptop freezer bag.
To freeze baked cookies
Prepare the cookie dough and bake according to recipe instructions. Cool the cookies completely on a wire rack.
Transfer the cookies to an airtight freezer container, separating layers with parchment paper, or place them in a ziptop freezer bag.
For all types of frozen cookie dough and baked cookies:
Label the package well with the date and the name of the recipe. For frozen cookie dough, include baking temp and time. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Notes
Nutritional values will vary widely based on the cookie recipe you use.Tips for success: You can store different types of frozen cookie dough in the same freezer container, however, be sure not to store heavily scented doughs, such as peppermint together. Everything will taste like peppermint if you do!Likewise, you can store different types of baked cookies together in the same container, separating them with layers of parchment paper or deli wrap, however, do not combine very crispy cookies with soft as their textures will change when stored together. And again, store peppermint cookies separately.