Cookies are best eaten fresh out of the oven, however, sometimes you may need to save the cookies for later. If you can afford not to eat them right away, store the cookies in an airtight jar with a piece of bread. This will help the cookies stay crunchy longer. If you want to keep your cookies crispy for a longer time, put them in a plastic bag and store them in the freezer.
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Method 1 of 2: Storing Cookies in Jars
Step 1. Allow your homemade cookies to cool completely before storing them
The hot cookie will release steam, causing the other cookies in the jar to become sluggish or soggy. Nobody likes sluggish pastries. So, let the cookies cool on a cooling rack first before transferring them to an airtight jar.
If you don't have a cooling rack, just let the cookies cool on a plate
Step 2. Transfer the cake to an airtight jar
This will prevent the cookies from becoming soggy and crumbly. Plastic clips or plastic jars are inexpensive and easy to find options. If possible, choose a jar that will fit your cookies. A well-fitting jar can help restrict airflow inside the jar and keep the cookies crispy for longer.
- If you buy or make different types of pastries, store them in separate jars as storing the soft-textured cookies along with the crunchy cookies will only make the crispy cookies sluggish.
- Check first if the plastic jar is food grade, if you plan to store cookies in the plastic jar.
- If you want to store cookies that are hard and crunchy, put them in a jar, such as a cookie jar that has little airflow.
Step 3. Place the parchment paper sheets between the stacked cookie layers
If you are buying or baking a large batch of cookies, place a sheet of parchment paper between each cookie layer so they don't stick together.
- If you don't have parchment paper, you can use parchment paper or tortilla paper.
- Avoid stacking cookies that are frozen or that are very soft in texture.
Step 4. Put a piece of white bread in a cookie jar to keep the cake crispy
The white bread will help absorb the moisture so the cookies will stay crisp and fresh. Place a slice of this white bread on top of the cookies in a plastic bag or jar.
If you don't have fresh bread at home, just use tortillas
Step 5. Store cookie jars at room temperature
Soft home-made cookies can last up to three days and packaged or hard-textured cookies can last up to two weeks if you can resist eating them! Store cookie jars out of direct sunlight to keep cookies delicious.
Method 2 of 2: Freezing Cookies
Step 1. Transfer the cooled cookies to a plastic clip
Wait for the cookies to cool when handling. This will prevent the cookies from generating steam in the plastic clips, which can cause them to stagnate. Choose a resealable plastic clip that is large enough for the cake to be stored in a single layer.
- The sealed plastic clip will prevent the cookies from absorbing other odors and smells.
- Freeze the cookies without the frosting and add the frosting later when the cookies are no longer frozen. This will make the frosting look and feel good.
Step 2. Store cookies in several plastic clips if one plastic clip does not fit to store cakes in one layer
If there is too much cake in one layer, divide the cookies and store them in several plastic clips. This will prevent the cookies from sticking together.
Step 3. Store airtight plastic clips in the freezer for up to 5 months
Over time, the cookies will start to become bland. Eat the cookies within five months to make sure they still taste good. Write down the storage date with a permanent marker so you can calculate how long the cookies should be stored in the freezer.
Step 4. Melt the frozen cookies at room temperature for 15 minutes
Remove the cookies from the plastic clips and place them on a plate to prevent them from freezing. Eat these delicious pastries when they are not frozen.
- If there are flies flying around, cover the cookies with a clean linen cloth while they are melting.
- If you want to warm the cookies, just pop them in the microwave for 10 seconds.
Step 5. Store unfrozen cookies in an airtight jar for a week
Most likely you will eat the pastries quickly. However, if there are any left over, store them in an airtight jar. This will help keep the cookie's texture from changing and remain crunchy.
