Tools for Perfect Slice-and-Bake Cookie Dough

While we here at Allrecipes certainly don’t play favorites and love all holiday cookies— gingerbread and jam-filled thumbprints are equal in our eyes—slice-and-bakes hold a special place in our hearts. They’re ideal for the busy winter season because the dough comes together quickly, the flavors and mix-in options are endless, and the rolled logs freeze beautifully for any future baking emergencies. 

That said, there’s one tiny thing that has always bugged us when making icebox cookies: They’re never perfectly cylindrical. While it’s true that the ingredients couldn’t be easier to throw together, forming the dough into a uniform log is nigh on impossible since the side resting on the counter always flattens. At least, this used to be the case. Now that we stumbled upon King Arthur Baking’s Slice-and-Bake Cookie Dough Keeper Set, we’ll never again have to contend with wonky cookies. Oh, and it’s on sale for just $22 right now at kingarthurbaking.com.  

King Arthur Baking Slice-and-Bake Cookie Dough Keeper Set 

The set of two molds couldn’t be easier to use with its lids and bases made of flexible silicone. Both sides have score marks at approximately 1/4-inch intervals to make it simpler to evenly slice cookies. If you happen to like your cookies thicker, simply skip a mark and slice through the next one. The molds are also freezer-, refrigerator-, and dishwasher-safe. 

In the realm of cookie tools, King Arthur Baking’s Slice-and-Bake Cookie Dough Keeper is certainly a winner. One shopper wrote that it’s “a must for any serious baker,” while another claimed it’s a “perfect” product that’s “easy to use and washes well.”  

But if you need your cookie dough mold delivered ASAP, another great option (that also happens to be on sale) is OXO Good Grips’ Slice-and-Bake Cookie Dough Helper from amazon.com. 

OXO Good Grips Slice-and-Bake Cookie Dough Helper 

Instead of a lid and base with a set diameter, OXO created a mat that can accommodate logs of dough up to 2 inches wide. After shaping, wrap your dough in the mat, secure the strap, place on the end caps, and store the whole thing vertically in the refrigerator or horizontally in the freezer. As with the other set, both mats in the bundle come with measurement markings and are dishwasher-safe. 

One Amazon shopper was shocked by its usefulness, calling it an “oddly convenient way to package and store freezer cookies.” A second commented that they now have “perfectly shaped cookies every dang time” and a third reviewer added that while it’s certainly a “specialty device, it’s so nice to have if you make a lot of cookies.” 

With tools like these, it’s easier than ever to get a head start on your holiday baking. Grab them now while they’re on sale and you’ll be sure to thank yourself later. 

Shop More Baking Tools Below 

OXO Good Grips 14-Piece Cookie Press Set 

Homure H Cookie Scoop Set 

King Arthur Baking Holiday Village Pop-Out Cookie Cutters 

King Arthur Baking Cookie Dough Freezer Tray 

Souper Cubes The Cookie Tray 

At the time of publishing, the prices were $22 and $20.