Tips and tricks to keep cookies fresh longer
You know that nice feeling of walking into a kitchen and smelling the pleasant aroma of freshly baked cookies? Few things are as satisfying as that smell and, when biting into them, feeling them crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. However, we've all experienced the frustration of seeing them lose their freshness in a short time. Keeping your cookies perfect, as if they had just come out of the oven, will no longer be a mystery to you. In this article, we are going to reveal to you the tricks and secrets to get your cookies to stay delicious and fresh for longer- so you can enjoy every bite as if it were your first!
PRESERVATION TIPS:
1. Use an airtight container:
Always store your cookies and cookies in airtight containers. This will prevent oxygen, odors, moisture or microorganisms from getting inside.
You can choose between metal boxes or glass jars.
Make sure the container is clean, dry and odor-free.
It is important to keep the container away from sources of heat and humidity.
2. Avoid humidity:
To keep the crackers crisp, place a napkin or paper towel in the base of the bowl. You can also add a handful of corn kernels (uncooked), a slice of sliced bread or a bag of rice kernels. These items will help absorb moisture, preventing the cookies from becoming soft.
Also, if you have several layers of cookies in the same pan, separate each layer with baking paper.
3. Do not mix different types of cookies:
Each type of cookie has its own characteristics. Crunchy cookies should not be stored together with soft cookies, as this could affect their texture and flavor. It is best to use different containers depending on the texture and ingredients. For example, group chocolate cookies together and avoid mixing them with other varieties. This will ensure that the smells and textures do not mix or interfere with each other.
4. Cool completely before storing:
If you have made homemade cookies, make sure they are completely cool before storing them. Ideally, let them cool on a rack to avoid condensation of vapors, as their particular crunchy texture could be lost due to humidity.
5. Freezing:
Freezing cookies is an excellent option when you have made too much or want to have your cookies prepared in advance. In this case you have several options:
- Freeze the dough before baking. You can freeze the dough in a single portion or directly form the cookies and freeze them before baking. In any case, wrap the dough in plastic wrap so that the dough does not take undesirable odors. When defrosting, always do it at room temperature.
- Freeze the cookies after baking. Cookies can be frozen even if they have already been baked. However, always wait until they are completely cold before freezing them. They will keep for up to 3 months. To prevent them from absorbing odors from the freezer, store them in an airtight container or freezer bag. When thawing, thaw at room temperature.
Time to put these tips into practice with these recipes
With these tips, you will be able to enjoy fresh, crispy and delicious cookies for much longer. Put these tips into practice and surprise everyone with the homemade taste of your cookies, even weeks after baking them! Here are some recipes for you to put these tips into practice :)
