Cookies

What are the advantages and disadvantages of buying vs. baking your own cookies?

Buying cookies instead of making them definitely saves you time, and if you don't plan to make multiple batches, it can also save you money because you'll typically buy ingredients in bulk. If you're not a great cook or don't have an oven large enough to handle a batch of cookies, buying is also an advantage. As for the disadvantages of buying, when you bake your own cookies, you have more control over the ingredients. You can use less sugar if you need to or add more nuts or chocolate chips if they're your favorites. As for flavor, well, that's all up to what you like the best.

What are some fun ways to incorporate cookies into a child's birthday party?

Cookies are a must-have for your child's next birthday party. You can serve them as snacks, of course, or you can make or buy sugar cookies and have the kids decorate them for a fun activity. You can crumble various cookies up and use them for toppings for ice cream or set up an ice cream bar. You can also use cookie pieces to top cakes and cupcakes. Or, if you really love cookies, you may want to buy or bake a cookie cake for your child's party.

Can you buy healthy cookies?

Whether or not you can buy healthy cookies all depends on what you mean by "healthy." There are cookies available that have low or no added sugar. There are gluten-free cookies, and cookies made with alternatives to white flour, like almond and coconut flours. You can also buy cookies made with extra protein or natural ingredients. So, for some people, these varieties may offer some health benefits.