It’s not too late! Whether hosting a cookie exchange or simply attending, the new Wilton Cookie Exchange book focuses on every detail necessary for a delicious celebration.
Invitation Tip:
Merry invitations will get guests excited about attending the exchange. However festive they are, it’s even more important to make them informative so guests know what to bring.
Make sure to include: number of cookies needed; reminder to bring containers for taking cookies home; printed copies of recipes; and perhaps a story or baking secret to share at the party.
Cookie Basics – Tool Time:
Homemade cookies beat store-bought cookies every time. Use these tools and tips to ensure quality cookies for any occasion.
- Mixing: Avoid the main hazard of preparing cookie dough – overmixing. Start with a quality low-power hand mixer, then finish with a bowl scraper that provides good leverage for lifting dense dough.
- Baking: An even-heating cookie sheet and quality cutters should be part of every baker’s arsenal. Use anodized aluminum and non-stick cookie sheets for the best baking results. Line cookie sheets with parchment for non-stick baking and easy cleanup.
- Decorating: Keep toppings and tools on hand to create a variety of cookie looks. Bags and various tip shapes create piped techniques, while smooth icing topped with colorful sugars, sprinkles and nonpareils is the fastest way to decorate holiday cookies.
Cookie Basics – Packaging:
Captivate guests with pretty packaging and festive presentations.
Encourage attendees to bring their cookies wrapped in merry materials – such as colored plastic wrap, parchment, or clear treat bags tied with festive ribbon.
- Captivating Containers: Boxes of every description from window boxes, to popcorn and tent-style cartons, to rounds and hexagons, are just waiting to be filled with fabulous cookies!
- Richly-Colored Ribbon: For simple flair, ribbon can’t be beat. It’s an easy finishing touch that makes any box, bag or basket stand out. Mix and match to create more impact, or add strips to frame a window box.
- Spirited Stickers: Merry messages, holiday colors and fun sticker shapes like snowflakes and poinsettias are the fastest way to add personality to a plain white box.
About Wilton
Wilton Enterprises, based in Woodridge, Illinois and founded in 1929, is the leading food crafting company in the industry, with the number one position in cake decorating and bakeware.
Wilton classes, publications and products help millions of people create impressive party desserts. For the latest information on products and ideas for all occasions, visit wilton.com.
To locate the closest Wilton Method Cake Decorating class, call 800-942-8881.
