Cookies that keep well

[pscot]

It's nice to have a semi-sweet nosh in the house. I don't bake very often. I need a recipe for a cookie that stores well. Something durable and not too sweet to dunk in my afternoon cuppa. I already make biscotti. I'd like to try something new. Flavors like orange, anise and ginger would be a plus. Any ideas?

[kdmorris]

1. I never have that problem

We never have cookies last long enough to worry about them needing to "keep". With three daughters (only one lives with us) and two grandsons (one one of which can eat cookies)... I don't anticipate cookies lasting longer than it takes to get them off the cookie sheet.

Sorry... I know that doesn't help much with your recipe request, but thought I'd explain why I don't really know.

[pscot]

2. That's one reason I'm looking for something aromatic

Less kid appeal.

[grasswire]

3. how about a shortbread?

Easy to make, stores very well, and you can jazz it up. I made some orange-ginger shortbread for my aunties at Christmas and it was well received.

[grasswire]

4. may I suggest that you look for some old European recipes?

Something like lebkuchen or springerle or pfefferneuse would provide spice and storability.

[pscot]

6. I made Nurnberger lebkuchen for xmas.

was easier than I expected. They hung around 'til the end of January. One of those was a meal. I mean to try them again.

[yellerpup]

7. Gingersnaps keep for a long time.

They're good for snacks and you can make pie crusts out of the crumbs.

[grasswire]

8. and anything with molasses is nutritious, too!

Good suggestion.

[yellerpup]

10. So true.

Good point, grasswire!

[HopeHoops]

9. I was going to mention biscotti, but cookies of any kind don't last long here.

Not because they go bad - they get eaten. I have to set one aside with my name on it if I want one. I don't eat a lot of cookies, but everyone else does.

[Lars39]

11. Another route to take is to freeze your favorite cookie dough...

then only bake what you want for the day or two.

[pscot]

12. I made a double batch of biscotti

It's a simple process that I'm familiar with. I used almomds, dried cranberries and orange zest and painted the tops with chocolate. They're hard as dog biscuits, but taste good and should actually improve with age. Thanks to all who responded.