How to Heat Seal & Bag Your Cookies (Keep Them Fresh)

[@tdg1945]

I cut my excess with pinking shears. It leaves a zigzag design AND hides my inability to cut a straight line! 😉

[@LittleCookieCo]

I love that!! Genius idea!!!

[@tammyfooter1641]

If you shrink wrap the cookies they will ship much better too. I purchase shrink wrap bags and use that with my heat sealer. Once it is closed, I use my blow dryer to shrink the wrapper around the cookie. It makes it so that the cookie has a protection around it and ships FANTASTIC!

[@LittleCookieCo]

Ah yes! Shrink wrap always looks so great too although I've never tried it!

[@carriew29]

Thanks for this video! I mailed a dozen cookies to my sister and they arrived in PERFECT condition!

[@LittleCookieCo]

Yay!! Love to hear that 🥰🥰🥰

[@mariahutter7081]

Love, love, LOVE all of your videos❤️💕👍

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you so much 🥰♥️🥰

[@catherinea.icazae.7542]

Thanks for the video, I now can use the lower temp and put a ribbon. I normally use the max heat, to prevent the melted mess, I lift the leftover plastic from left to right and I will get a perfect seal without using scissors to cut the excess. It takes practice thou. But you’ll get it. ✌🏻

[@LittleCookieCo]

Oh nice! Mine always came out a mess with high heat hehe

[@jenniferchiveya9068]

I just subscribed 10 minutes ago and I'm already happy with this channel , I know I'll get most of the help I need for my small business ❤

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you so much 🥰🥰

[@veronikam8161]

I have same one. Not only for freshness but in this time, great for sanitary purposes! ☺️ I also got giant cellophane roll and I just cut away, as much as I need.

[@LittleCookieCo]

Yes, it comes in handy especially during this year to keep everything sanitized. So smart to have a giant roll of it!!

[@veronikam8161]

@@LittleCookieCo I am only hobby baker, but I got tired of running out from small rolls AND they were banned from selling at the stores for a long time due to restrictions so I ordered the big roll online from specialty store 😁

[@LittleCookieCo]

Its so nice to have on hand. I don't sell anymore an just bake for fun and for and for family and friend but I love that I can still package them nicely because I have a ton of bags and boxes leftover from when I was selling them. Just makes it that much more extra special I find

[@Malissa7]

You always provide good information. Greatly appreciated!

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you 🥰🥰

[@judichristopher4604]

On your "Thank You" cookie... is that Gold Icing? Do you have a video on how to make Gold Icing and how to WRITE small... (smile). Thank you again for your great videoes.

[@LittleCookieCo]

The Thank You cookie is painted gold. So usually you buy a gold powder and mix it with high proof alcohol and paint it! And here is a writing tutorial I think will help 😁 kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZfQpoemja-rY6s

[@judichristopher4604]

@@LittleCookieCo Thank you for the link... I will take a look.

[@judichristopher4604]

0:25 That is such a GREAT little Oven... What is the Name and where can we buy one?

[@LittleCookieCo]

That is a dehydrator! I have a video on it a well but I think the one I use is discontinued now

[@lindadinger8044]

Love your videos. I was wondering what brand are your dark cookie sheets. Thanks!

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you!! They were from Michael's, these are the ones I have canada.michaels.com/en/kensington-cookie-sheet-by-celebrate-it/10462747.html?productsource=PLPRV

[@gabrielncali8999]

Love this video! Hey, video idea, would love to see a video of you piping words and painting in gold? Just a thought! Thanks! 👍

[@LittleCookieCo]

I do have both videos, you can find them them here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZfQpoemja-rY6s kzbin.info/www/bejne/fHKui5JtiNeBrpI

[@derail6969]

Definitely a must purchase thank you

[@LittleCookieCo]

You're welcome!!

[@ressieosbourne6841]

Perfect! Thank you!

[@thefarmersdaughter6109]

I love all of your videos! Where did you get the bags that you used for this video?

[@stephaniele791]

I believe all of it the items are listed below the video

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you!! Yes, the bags I use in the video are from Creative Bag and are linked below the video

[@thefarmersdaughter6109]

Thank you so much!!

[@habibifamilytime]

Soo beautiful!! 🤩😍

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you 🥰🥰

[@carenwong8580]

Hi. Love your videos and sharing. I live in a humid country. If I leave my cookie to dry outside/overnight, the cookie may loose it’s crispness. Any advice on this? I am so looking forward to try out your cookie recipe! Is the texture of your cookie crunchy or on the softer side?

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you so much for watching and supporting 🥰 I'm not really sure what would help the cookies stay crisp, but I think if you can have a fan blowing on them so that the icing dries faster and then maybe leave then out for a few hours and then put them in a container overnight when they are dry? I'm not sure if you have air conditioning or a dehumidifier but that would help if you have one of those as well. The cookies are not soft or hard, but it all depends on how long you bake them, if you let them brown a bit they have a bit more crisp to them, and if they are thin they will be crispy and if they are thicker they are a bit less crispy and soft. You can try different sizes and time in the oven to make it perfect the way you like it 😁

[@rjsantos5831]

You don’t brush with corn starch or anything just heat seal and go, their Beautiful cookies!!!

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you!! And yup! The only time I've used a touch of cornstarch was paint your own cookies where I used several layers of airbrush color on the paint dots but I've never had issues with regular cookies even with edible marker used!!

[@lynnettvalladares4536]

What was the little container you kept your cookies in?

[@LittleCookieCo]

Did you mean the box? I have a box with paper shred under it! I'm hoping to do a video on it soon!

[@madajuarez7073]

Thank you so, so much

[@LittleCookieCo]

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[@mariemontez6028]

Thank you for your videos because I have learned so much from you. So you can decorate cookie and seal and then freeze? How long do they last in freezer and what is thawing process?

[@LittleCookieCo]

I'm so glad the videos are helpful! Yes you can freeze then after they are heat sealed, sometimes I like to put them in a container even though they're heat sealed just to make sure nothing gets broken or chipped. They can last 6 months and when you thaw, you just take them out and leave it on the counter. The one rule is never open the container or bag until the cookie is full defrosted because it causes condensation on the cookie. However if your cookies are heat sealed and in a container you could open the container and they'd be fine because they still have the bag to protect them (but don't open the bag until they're room temperature!!)

[@mariemontez6028]

@@LittleCookieCo thank you so much for all of your help! I just bake cookies on side for friends for extra money and I want to be professional about it.

[@LittleCookieCo]

It's always nice to do the extra step and make them look professional! It's like getting a pretty package in the mail it really makes it that much more special!

[@mariahutter7081]

I got this machine, I buy supplies because I think they’re cool yet I don’t have a cookie business... lol Are you back to taking orders?

[@LittleCookieCo]

Haha we all fall victim to that! But you know, its come in handy for other things when I was making little goodie bags or treat bags for my kids classes or birthdays! So it has other uses. And I'm not back to selling, just doing the odd batch here and there for special people in my life 🥰🥰

[@knotsure3935]

When wanting to freeze multi mini cookies can you put 2 in the bag or as i've read they are putting only 1 cookie in each bag? Some are putting wax paper in the bag before sealing, what does this do?

[@LittleCookieCo]

If you can fit 2 in the bag, you could freeze 2 at a time. I´d put them back to back though. Sometimes my bags aren´t wide enough to fit 2 cookies so if they are tall bags I´ll put one in and heat seal it, I won´t cut the bag and I´ll put the next one in and then heat seal. so still 2 cookies, but they´re in their own little pockets. I would suggest parchment paper instead of wax, but I think people do this as a protective layers so the cookies don´t stick together and if you are stacking them in a container, helps protect the icing from the cookie above.

[@TheTapatia63]

Your videos are fantastic!! 🥰 Can you tell me please what size are those bags and where did you buy them? 🌺

[@LittleCookieCo]

Thank you! I should have them linked in the description of the video. Most bags I use are 4 inches wide and 10 inches tall I think (leaves room to tie them or do multiple cookies) and I do have some 5x8 as well for larger cookies. They are from Creative Bag

[@TheTapatia63]

@@LittleCookieCo They look perfect for the job 😃 Do you sell them?

[@LittleCookieCo]

I used to, now I make them more for family and friends only!!

[@sammesrati7205]

J'adore 😍

[@LittleCookieCo]

Merci beaucoup 🥰

[@ceciliamartinez7850]

How long do cookies stay fresh after you seal them?? And do you use a food dehydrator to help speed the drying process??

[@LittleCookieCo]

I do use a dehydrator to speed up drying, it really works great! But I always try to leave me cookies overnight to air dry before bagging to make sure they're 100% dry! They stay fresh for at least 2 weeks on the counter (I've had ones way past that with no issues). You can also freeze them and they last for months!!

[@ceciliamartinez7850]

@@LittleCookieCo I got a dehydrator for Mother’s Day. I have seen videos that say to set timer for 15-20 minutes on lowest setting..but they are still soft to the touch.

[@LittleCookieCo]

Yes, the icing will still be soft, it takes usually 8 hours of drying time to be fully dry. The dehydrator will speed things up so you can pipe the next layer without waiting too long, but once finished you have to still leave them to dry for hours.

[@ceciliamartinez7850]

@@LittleCookieCo ok, thank you so much for your help. Very informative!

[@LittleCookieCo]

You're very welcome 🥰🥰

[@deejake9805]

the website for the bags say heat seal : not recommended has there been a change since this post? thanks !

[@LittleCookieCo]

Oh really? I should ask them why?! I haven't bought the bags for a while now as I've stopped selling cookies and have lots leftover.

[@deejake9805]

Okay, why'd you stop ? If I may ask or if I may not sorry for intruding.

[@deejake9805]

Okay, why'd you stop ? If I may ask or if I may not sorry for intruding.

[@amywang4990]

What brand of dehydrator do you use?

[@LittleCookieCo]

I use one from Cabela's, I have it linked below in the description of this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z3-UmWx9pdNrntU

[@laurieheridia4036]

Do you have any other suggestions for bags to use with the heat sealer? I'm only asking because the ones you have listed are currently unavailable and unclear when or if they will be made available again.

[@LittleCookieCo]

Oh no! There is this company as well that I know of and you can search other like food safe bags on Amazon as well clearbags.ca/bags/food-safe-bags/food-grade-heat-seal-bags.html

[@skluster9109]

What oven are you using

[@LittleCookieCo]

It's just a regular gas oven.

[@alisonbakes6351]

Does the same apply for fondant cookies? Can you make a video on that !🙂

[@LittleCookieCo]

I wish I could tell you, but I don't do fondant cookies. I've never actually made them to be honest. But I would imagine it would work the same!

[@letschangetheworld22]

Yes it works the same way!

[@Thanh-kn5dy]

Hello, how can you tell if the cookies are properly sealed? I’ve tried gently squeezing the bag but it’s a bit hard to tell. I find some of my cookies get really hard if left out for 3 days.

[@LittleCookieCo]

I usually open the top of my bag with a bit of force to see if the seal is working. That's strange that they seem to be hard after 3 days, you mean even after being bagged? Mine are usually the the after a few days, they aren't super soft cookies in general but they keep their freshness. It could be the bags you are using too maybe?

[@Thanh-kn5dy]

@@LittleCookieCo I purchased cellophane bags from Amazon and have tried pulling the top, I get a good seal. I wanted to see if there was another way to check without having to heat seal all four sides. Yes, sometimes they get hard after bagging and sealing (if left on the counter).

[@LittleCookieCo]

Maybe try a different brand of bags and see if that works, or maybe after heat sealing them you can stick them in the freezer to keep them fresh

[@deejake9805]

Me again , I am interested in the heart cookie cutter? can you share the supplier info please ?

[@LittleCookieCo]

This is where I got it from! It's called chubbier heart cutter and I love it, use it all the time! howsweetisthat.ca/on-line-store.php?disable_mobile=true#!/Chubbier-Heart-Cookie-Cutter/p/95858950/category=2780437

[@deejake9805]

Thank you, thank you! I appreciate you.

[@WAGDYELHOLY]

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