How big a cookie scoop can I buy?

The most common sizes for cookie scoops are small, medium and large, which hold two teaspoons, 1.5 tablespoons and three tablespoons, respectively. Small yields 2-inch cookies, medium yields 3-inch cookies and large yields 3.5-inch cookies.

Are there any other uses for cookie scoops?

Cookie scoops are useful for balling and doling out anything in equal measure. For instance, they can be used to make truffles, crepes, pancakes, meatballs, biscuits and falafels.

How can I prevent dough from sticking to cookie scoops?

Give your cookie scoops a small blast of pan spray before using them to prevent dough from sticking to the scoop. Or, you can rub the inside of the scoop with a drop of any type of cooking oil. Dipping the scoop in ice water also works well to keep doughs from sticking.