I used to run a Ning forum for cookie business owners. Sadly, when they changed their site, I could not keep up the forum. However, this forum question in particular stuck with me and I thought I’d post the information here. Cookie Preservative: Citric Acid Citric Acid, also called sour salt, can be used in [...]

Please keep in mind that FDA requirements are different and in addition to the requirements of your state. You need to comply with both agencies. You will need to contact your state health department to find out what your state’s laws are. Please be thorough. You need to know these laws inside and out. The [...]

How do you know when you have to have nutrition labels on your cookies? It depends. I know, I know. Not the answer you were looking for. But here’s why I say it depends:  According the the FDA: It depends on how many units you are selling. It also depends on whether or not you are [...]

I was asked recently about how to ship cookies that will melt (such as chocolate). In truth, I’ve never had to deal with this situation before simply because I never sold cookies with chocolate in them. However, here are some ideas: Cold packs are a good idea, but you need to work the cost into the [...]

If you have a cookie business, you definitely need insurance. But it’s not always easy to find an insurance company that will ensure you, especially if you project larger sales than 5K annually. One option is to use your home owner’s insurance policy. You’ll have to talk to your rep for specifics, but it is [...]