Refrigerator cookies, sometimes called ice box or slice and bake cookies, consist of cookie dough that is made, shaped in a log or a block, then refrigerated for at least several hours before slicing and baking. These cookies are a convenient way to have fresh baked cookies. They can be made in advance and refrigerated or frozen and baked just a few at a time if desired. They first appeared in cookbooks in 1920.http://www.preparedpantry.com/Newsletters/vol3iss12-4.htm Refrigerator cookies make great treats for the Christmas holiday!
Refrigerator Cookies Types
Almost any cookie dough can be shaped and chilled before baking, but certain high-butter recipes work extremely well with this method. Some of the most common recipes are sugar cookies, butter cookies, shortbread and korova cookies. If slicing dough with chocolate, nuts or dried fruit in it, be sure to use a very sharp knife.ajc.com: The Ease of Slice and Bake Cookies (January 24, 2008)
Christmas Ice Box Cookies
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Also known as
Icebox cookies or slice and bake cookies
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Dough can be made in advance; excellent for fixing quickly
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Shape into a log or block and store or prepare
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Wrap tightly in plastic wrap
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Dough can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for a month or so
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If freezing, be sure to label with name of cookie and date
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If frozen, don't thaw dough, simply slice and bake a tad longer than refrigerated dough
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Frequently made in 1940s and 1950s
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Refrigerator cookies can be an excellent addition to the holidays
