Gourmet Cookies & Cookie Dough
For the Cookie Monster in Your Life
Cookies are so popular, you probably wonder what the world would be without them. But, did you know that they were actually created by accident? It's true! When baking a cake, Dutch bakers would use a small amount of dough to test the oven's temperature. This small amount of dough would one day be known as a "koekje" or cookie.
People all around the world love a good cookie. Would you believe that an average American actually eats around 300 cookies each year?
Gourmet cookies can be quickly and easily made by scratch, or by using pre-made cookie dough. If you prefer, you can even buy gourmet cookies that have already been made.
When talking about gourmet cookies, there are too many varieties available around the world to mention. Well-known gourmet brands found in your local grocery store might include Mrs. Fields cookies and Pepperidge Farm cookies. Who wouldn't love to munch on some gourmet almond macaroons, Scottish shortbread cookies, French madeleines, German lebkuchen, Italian biscotti, or Mexican wedding cookies … and the list goes on.
Cookies are not only a wonderful item to serve to guests, but they also make great gifts. Any type can be used, however it is best to know the recipient's likes and dislikes so you can ensure that he or she is getting the right type.
If you want to enjoy fresh baked cookies without all the hassle of making the dough, you can buy pre-made gourmet cookie dough. Gourmet cookie dough can be found both fresh and frozen. Either type makes it easy to have fresh baked cookies whenever you want them. The best part is that you can find gourmet cookie dough in just about any flavor imaginable.