Want to make your My Better Batch cookies even more fun? Grab your favorite cookie cutters and let’s get creative! With any of our cookie mixes, it’s easy to roll, cut, and bake cookies in all your favorite shapes - no fancy baking skills required.
You’ll be surprised how simple (and fun!) it is to turn a regular batch into a kitchen adventure!
Make It a Batch to Remember: Cookie Cutter Fun
Our cookie mixes aren’t just quick and delicious, they’re also super versatile. With a little rolling and cutting, you can transform a simple batch of dough into cookies that look as good as they taste.
Perfect for any occasion: From holiday cookie trays, baby showers, to birthday party treats, shaped cookies make any moment feel extra special.
Kid-approved fun: Rolling and cutting dough is a hands-on activity little bakers love (and it’s a great way to keep them busy while the oven preheats!).
Decorating made easy: Once baked, your cut-out cookies are the perfect canvas for icing, sprinkles, or a simple dusting of sugar.
What You’ll Need to Make Cut-Out Cookies
You don’t need any special equipment—just these basics to get started:
- One box of My Better Batch cookie mix
- Butter and egg (as listed on the box)
- Rolling pin
- Cookie cutters in your favorite shapes
- Clean, flat surface or parchment paper for rolling
- Flour or powdered sugar for dusting the surface and cookie cutters to prevent sticking
- Baking sheet lined with parchment paper
- Optional: sprinkles, icing, or glaze for decorating after baking
How to Make Cut-Out Cookies with My Better Batch Dough
Follow these simple steps to roll, cut, and bake perfect cookies every time:
1. Prepare the dough
- Mix your cookie dough as directed on the box.
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For easier rolling and cleaner shapes, chill the dough in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes.
2. Roll it out
- Lightly dust your work surface and rolling pin with flour.
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Roll the dough to about 1/4 inch thick. Keeping it even helps your cookies bake consistently.
3. Cut your shapes
- Press cookie cutters firmly into the dough to make your shapes.
- Lift each shape carefully and place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Gather any scraps, re-roll the dough once or twice, and keep cutting until it’s all used up.
- Once you've completed cutting the shapes, chill the dough for 30 minutes, this will help them retain their shape while baking.
4. Bake
- Bake your cookies at 375°F as directed on the box.
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Keep an eye on smaller shapes - they may bake a minute or two faster than larger ones.
5. Cool and decorate
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Let cookies cool completely on a wire rack before decorating. Add icing, sprinkles, or keep them simple and enjoy as-is!
Occasions for Cut-Out Cookie Fun
Cut-out cookies aren’t just for the holidays. With My Better Batch dough, you can make shaped cookies for just about any event or celebration:
- Birthday parties – Create cookies shaped like balloons, stars, or even numbers for the guest of honor’s age.
- Baby showers – Make adorable onesies, rattles, or animal shapes to match the theme.
- Weddings and bridal showers – Heart-shaped cookies or custom monogram letters make beautiful favors.
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Seasonal holidays
- Valentine's Day: Hearts, X's and O's
- Easter: Bunnies, Eggs, Flowers
- Halloween: Pumpkins, Ghosts, Bats
- Christmas: Trees, Snowflakes, Gingerbread Men and Women
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Graduations: Cap and Diplomas for a sweet sendoff.
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School parties – Stars, books, or apple-shaped cookies for teachers and classmates.
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Sports events – Jersey or ball-shaped cookies to cheer on your team.
So what are you waiting for? Grab a box of My Better Batch and get started!
