Should I put cookie dough in the fridge before baking?
Should I put cookie dough in the fridge before baking? As a general rule of thumb, you should refrigerate cookie dough for at least 30 minutes and up to 24 hours. More than that and you won’t see a noticeable difference in the final product, says Haught Brown.
Is cookie dough OK if left out overnight?
Cookie dough can sit out for two to four hours at room temperature. After that point, you should wrap it and store it in the refrigerator or freezer. The ingredients to watch for in cookie dough include eggs and butter, both of which require refrigeration to prevent spoiling and potentially making you sick.
What is the best way to store homemade cookies?
Make sure cookies cool completely before storing. Store them at room temperature in an air-tight container, like Tupperware. Store different flavors separately. Over time, strongly flavored cookies like molasses or mint will seep into other cookies, so if possible store each flavor in its own container.
How long do homemade cookies last?
Bakery or homemade cookies can be stored at room temperature two to three weeks or two months in the refrigerator. Cookies retain their quality when stored in the freezer for eight to 12 months. Moist bars, such as cheesecake and lemon bars, can be refrigerated for seven days.
