Mother’s Day Cookie
Gift Ideas
Who’s your hero? Maybe it’s Martin Luther King, Jr., George Washington, or Mother Teresa. But those big names overshadow the everyday hero: Mom.
Think back to your carefully crafted school lunches with a little homemade note tucked inside. Or the hours your mom spent shuttling you from school to soccer practice to piano lessons to dance all while still preparing a delicious homemade dinner. A mother’s ability to balance parenting and personal commitments is simply superhuman.
But though they are wonder women in their own right, their superhuman capabilities do not always get as much admiration as they deserve. Let’s be real: for the amount of time your mom devotes to you, she deserves a little more than a store-bought card.
This Mother’s Day, give your mom a break. Gifting your mom cookies for Mother’s Day is a delicious way to show your love for Mom and give her a much-needed respite from her baking duties.
Why Send Cookies for Mother’s Day?
Sending Mother’s Day cookies is the perfect gift for your hard-working mama, and here’s
why:
- Cookies are the perfect workaround for the mom who “has everything.” When you ask your mom if she wants something special for Mother’s Day, she might respond with an endearing, albeit cliche, “I have everything I need. All I need is your love.” Or she may say, “A heartfelt card will do.” But we know that in the midst of reading those cards, every mom would actually be thrilled to receive an actual gift—especially one that you’ve put some time into.Trying to dream up possible gifts does not need to be a chore. Consider this: Have you ever met anyone who doesn’t like cookies? No? Didn’t think so. Cookies are always a crowd-pleaser, and sending a specialized package of Mother’s Day cookies is a thoughtful and original move that will help secure your favorite-child status.
- Give moms a break from the baking. Chances are, every birthday celebration or post-dinner dessert has been meticulously made by your mom. Help her out by supplying some mouth-watering cookies. She won’t have to step foot in a kitchen to fulfill her need for some chocolate or a sweet treat while watching her favorite show.
- Cookies are bite-sized pieces of perfection. Cookies are portioned for just the right amount of goodness (unlike cake). They’re several bites of right-sized goodness—just enough to fill you up but not so much that you’re overly full.
- Shareable (or not). Cookie packages usually come by the dozen, which gives Mom plenty of opportunity to share with her (slightly envious) family members. But, it is her holiday after all, so don’t be hurt when your mom keeps all 12 cookies to herself. And luckily, cookies can be perfectly preserved in the freezer. All Mom will have to do is thaw, warm, and enjoy.
- So many options to choose from. Every person on earth has different tastes, and your mom is no exception. Don’t box her into just one flavor (like you would if you ordered cake). She can treat herself to a brownie marshmallow cookie to satisfy her need for chocolate (and let’s be clear, it is a need) or a lemon cookie if she’s craving something a little lighter. Plus, giving a handpicked Mother’s Day care package makes the gift more personal. Don’t just settle for a generic present, gift something you know Mom will love.
What to Look for in the Perfect Mother’s Day Cookie Care Package?
Congrats! You’ve made the smart choice and decided to send cookies. We commend you. But now that you’ve made that decision, how do you decipher what makes the perfect cookie gift? We’re here to help you sift through the choices.
- Best Ingredients. Some cookie companies choose to make sneaky ingredient swaps like oil for butter or corn syrup for sugar. Avoid those cookies at all costs. Your mom deserves the best, and that means delivering a product that is made with the best.
- Texture. There’s nothing worse than biting into a cookie that feels as though it’s trying to take out your front teeth. Or how about one that is so thick and dense it’s overwhelming to try to make your way through it? Find a cookie that’s not too thick, not too thin, crisp on the outside, but perfectly tender on the inside.
- Pretty presentation. Mom deserves more than a sloppy display of cookies your 4-year-old nephew could whip up. Cookies should look just as good as they taste. So, give Mom special Mother’s Day decorated cookies packaged in a gourmet box or basket.
- Packaged for longevity. Sending cookies isn’t a risky business as long as the packaging is good. Look for companies that double seal their cookies, ensuring a product that stays as fresh as it did moments after being taken from the oven.
- Best baking technology. Artisan cookies should be made using only the best baking appliances. The best companies use temperature-controlled ovens that ensure even heating for every last cookie.
- Variety. You want choices so you can get what Mom wants. Don’t go with a company that limits you to just a few (especially if they aren’t the varieties your mom likes best).
How Many Mother’s Day Cookies Should I Order?
The rule of thumb is that each person should get two or three cookies. But, for a holiday as special as Mother’s Day, a dozen is best. Maybe there is more family in town, or maybe Mom is a cookie fiend. Or maybe she wants to share some with co-workers or neighbors and brag about her thoughtful child. (Remember, you’re the favorite now.)
Whatever it be, rest assured you can never have enough cookies. And don’t fear the spoilage. Cookies can be placed in the freezer and “suspended in time.” When your mom is ready to eat them, she just needs to thaw and enjoy.
Can’t I Just Bake Mother’s Day Cookies Myself?
While baking your own cookies is certainly an option, here are the pros of leaving it to the pros!
First, baking is a science. If you skimp on some of the butter or flour, your cookie might not turn out. Relying on an established bakery specialized in cookies will ensure that every cookie is divine. Chances are, they’ve been tweaking their recipes and processes for years in order to arrive at the perfect dessert.
Don’t worry about the baking logistics. All you have to do is sit back, click the order button, and wait for your mom to open her package of gourmet cookies. (Note how you didn’t even have to step foot in the kitchen.)
Baking at home also leaves less room for variety. Trying to buy different ingredients for your mom’s favorite peanut butter cookies, snickerdoodles, oatmeal cookies, and, of course, the classic milk chocolate chip. It won’t be cheap. Save some dough and send Mom all her favorites while still providing that homemade taste.
And shipping on your own can be especially tough! Maybe you’re a college student halfway across the country or working in another state. Whatever your life story is, we are sure you are busy, so skip the lines at the postal office and let the cookie companies handle it. Plus, bakeries understand how to keep products fresh even after 3-5 business days in a box.
You don’t want the cookie you spent hours baking to be stale and crumbly by the time your mom finally takes a bite. You want her to think the cookies are so fresh they must have been pulled out of the oven only minutes ago. That is what the professionals can ensure.
Don’t Skimp on Mother’s Day Care
How’d Mother’s Day come to be anyway? It unofficially started in 1905 after the death of Anna Jarvis’ mother, Ann Reeves Jarvis. Anna wanted to commemorate the numerous sacrifices mothers make for their children, so she devoted a day to honoring moms.
In 1908, Jarvis held the first official Mother’s Day celebration in Grafton, West Virginia. Jarvis felt that many of the holidays in America were geared towards men, and she wanted a holiday solely for the purpose of honoring women and mothers. By 1912, almost the whole nation adopted Mother’s Day, and it is now recognized each year on the second Sunday of May.
We applaud the efforts of Jarvis to recognize all that moms do as their selfless and nurturing selves. They’re their kids’ biggest cheerleaders. Their efforts in raising their kids and managing work and other family affairs are indeed worthy of a celebration.
Shouldn’t Every Day be Mother’s Day?
With all that moms do for us, we shouldn’t just honor Mother’s Day one time per year. We should all remember moms’ sacrifices and praise them every day of the year. It doesn’t have to be big celebrations but, rather, a constant effort to reduce their emotional load, express gratitude, and tell them why you love them. And sending a box of cookies—on any day of the year—is a great way to show your love and gratitude.
Why Chocolate Shipped Cookies?
Are you having trouble picking a bakery that offers gourmet cookies that actually taste homemade? Chocolate Shipped Cookies stands apart from the competition. Here’s why:
- No one loves Mother’s Day quite like we do. The mom of our company is Sandra Cutler. In 1980 she founded this business to support her family by selling cookies and other baked goods out of a temporary store during the holiday season.
Her inspiring spirit is behind every cookie we bake. So, believe us when we say that we understand the sacrifices mothers make and the importance of honoring all they do for us. And we promise that every cookie we ship out will have Sandra’s express approval.
- Delectable taste. Taste is the key feature of a cookie. It doesn’t matter how pretty a cookie is. If it tastes bad, then it is bad. And we’ve got the taste factor down. We only use the best ingredients, and our recipe is the same recipe our Mom used when she started this company out of our home kitchen. She pored over her mixer crafting cookie after cookie until she created perfection. We are true to her recipes. One bite, and you’re hooked. That’s how it was for anyone who tasted her cookies when we kids were growing up; that’s how it is now!
- Airtight packaging. Air is the enemy of all things baked, and here at Chocolate Shipped Cookies we understand that. That’s why we double-package all of our cookies in airtight wrapping. This way, when your mom opens her box of Mother’s Day cookies, they will taste like they’re fresh out of the oven.
What Kind of Cookies Should I Order from Chocolate Shipped Cookies?
We have 12 artisan flavors sure to satisfy every person’s taste buds. They are:
- Classic glazed sugar cookie,
- Milk chocolate chip
- Semi-sweet chocolate chip
- Snickerdoodle
- Brownie marshmallow
- Brownie mint
- Oatmeal chocolate chip
- Oatmeal raisin walnut
- White chocolate pecan
- Lemon meltaway
- Double frosted peanut butter chip
- Peanut butter chip
How do I Place My Order for my Mother’s Day Cookie Care Package?
Ordering will take just a few minutes. Let’s walk you through the steps:
- Buy Mother’s Day Cookies online.
- Create your dozen. You can do 12 of the same flavor, an assortment (we pick!), or build your own.
- Select your quantity. Maybe one dozen is enough for Mom, or maybe you know that your siblings and Dad will want in on the action, too. However many dozen you need, we’ve got you covered.
- Click the checkout button and enter your shipping and payment information.
- Wait for your package to arrive on Mom’s doorstep.
Five easy steps to bumping your older sibling from that favorite child spot! Happy Mother’s Day from Chocolate Shipped Cookies. Inspired by our mom, gifted to yours. We couldn’t be happier to see her legacy continue.