I am wanting to offer cookie gift baskets and favors, but I'm not sure where to start. What icing to you use to decorate them? Are the cookies from scratch or can you docotor a mix like with a cake? All info VERY much appreciated!

Hi and welcome to CC!!

I'd suggest you begin with reading the article (in the article seciton on this site) "How to make and decorate cookies." It is WONDERFUL and should answer a lot of your questions.

Oh, and you should definitely check out the "cookie club" threads each month and join us in practicing cookies!

Bonnie

Hi CC! Welcome to Cake Central. Yes, please check out the articles section to find Antonia's icing and cookie recipe as I have had tremendous luck with this recipe. Looking forward to you joining the Cookie Club as we love sharing our ideas and tips. Best of luck!

Hey CulinaryCreations...I too am new to the world of cookie baking. For my daughters sweet 16 I am doing cookies as favors (along with her cake). So wish me luck! and ladies i'll be sure to check out the article on cookie baking and decorating.

Good Luck!