Crisp Cookies

• In a dry climate, keep cookies crisp by storing them in a loosely covered container, such as a cookie jar without a snug lid. In a damp, humid climate, store in a tightly covered container.
• Allow frosted or decorated cookies to harden or become set before storing. Store them between layers of waxed paper, plastic wrap or aluminum foil.
• If cookies soften, heat them on a cookie sheet at 300ºF for 3 to 5 minutes to recrisp.

Chewy Cookies

• Keep cookies chewy and soft by storing them tightly covered. Resealable plastic bags, plastic food containers with tight-fitting lids and metal tins work best.
• Allow frosted or decorated cookies to harden or become set before storing. Store them between layers of waxed paper, plastic wrap or aluminum foil.

More Storing Tips

• To keep cookies longer, wrap tightly, label and freeze up to 6 months.
• Do not mix crisp and chewy or soft cookies together in the same container; the crisp cookies will become soft.
• Store different flavors and varieties of cookies in separate containers.
• Most bar cookies can be stored tightly covered at room temperature, but check the recipe to be sure. Some may need to be stored loosely covered or in the refrigerator.
• Meringue, custard-filled or cream-filled cookies don’t freeze well; the meringues become tough and the fillings become watery.