Freeze Cookie Dough Balls for Fresh Cookies Anytime

The Problem

You make a full batch of cookies and eat them all in 2 days. Or you want warm cookies but don't want to make a whole batch.

The Hack

Scoop cookie dough into balls, place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, freeze until solid (1-2 hours). Transfer to a freezer bag.

Why It Works

Frozen dough balls bake directly from frozen — add 1-2 minutes to baking time. You can bake 2 cookies or 20, whenever you want, without any prep.

Pro Tips

• No need to thaw — bake straight from frozen
• Frozen dough actually produces better cookies — less spreading
• Dough balls last 3 months in the freezer
• Works for almost every cookie recipe