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How long do you rest cookie dough before baking?

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How long do you rest cookie dough before baking?

Posted by Lena Haldon on September 7, 2026 at 17:48

I made cookies this weekend and had a question: do you notice a big difference between baking the dough right away or letting it rest in the fridge for several hours?

becarees replied 4 days, 1 hour ago 3 Members · 2 Replies
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sonal-fdo5945-5cba2b

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September 15, 2026 at 22:58

Butter gets firm again
When we mix, butter gets soft and warm.
If you bake right away, cookies spread too much and become thin and greasy.
Chilling = less spread, thicker cookies
becarees

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September 17, 2026 at 20:40

I agree about the butter, but I also find that resting the dough improves more than just the spread. Giving it a few hours in the fridge allows the flour to hydrate properly and the flavors to develop. I usually prefer an overnight rest when possible, especially for thicker cookies.

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