One Smart Cookie Teacher Printable

My boys are starting school in the next couple of days, and so I thought it would be nice to bring a little treat for their new teachers! Aaron actually has a "Meet & Greet" this afternoon with his teacher, so we made a batch of cookies and plan on bringing her one.  It's so fun to spoil my kid's teachers for all of the random holidays throughout the year.

When a cute little boy walks up to you with a freshly baked chocolate chip cookie, it is bound to start the year off on a good note, right?

Why I like This Gift Idea

• Can be used for homemade cookies or store-bought cookies. If you are running short on time, you can add this cute tag to a package of Oreos, Pepperidge Farms cookies, or Girl Scout cookies! Those are always a hit. For homemade cookies, these deep-dish cookies are my go-to, but chocolate-coated Jacques Torres cookies would be my runner-up. Truly a show-stopping cookie.
• Simple and inexpensive. Many teachers have shared that they prefer simple gifts. Things that don't collect dust. This cookie gift can be as inexpensive as you need, and if you want a more personal touch, have your child sign their name to the tag or create their own "One Smart Cookie" tag.

What Others Are Saying

This is such a cute idea and so thoughtful! ---Erin

Adorable and simple enough for those novice, dare I say danger w/ a scissors crafters out there like moi.---Trish

Tips and Tricks

1. Print on copy paper or cardstock paper. I like printing on copy paper, then attaching it to a black cardstock package for stability and a cute frame.
2. Make the cookies a day in advance. For the freshest cookies, yet cookies that are stable and easy to package, bake the cookies the day before you need them. This allows you to easily package the cookies without the chocolate chips still being soft and smearing in the packaging.
3. Warming instructions. If you decide to make my deep-dish cookies, be sure to let the teacher know that they are best served warm! Just heat in the microwave for 5-8 seconds and they'll be all warm and gooey!

Ingredients and Supplies

For the One Smart Cookie Tags

• Copy paper or card stock
• Glue stick
• Free printable (click to download)
• Hole punch
• Twine

For the Deep Dish Chocolate Chip Cookies

• Butter: I bake exclusively with salted butter, but you can use unsalted butter if you'd like.
• Brown sugar and white sugar: I always use a combination of brown and white sugar for softness and flavor.
• Eggs
• Vanilla extract: If you haven't tried making your own vanilla extract, I highly recommend trying it!
• Baking soda, baking powder, and salt: For leavening and flavor.
• All purpose flour
• Chocolate chips: any variety you'd like. I like using semisweet chocolate chips or a combination of semisweet and milk chocolate chips.

See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

How To Assemble One Smart Cookie Teacher Gifts

Step 1: Download the printable One Smart Cookie tags.

Step 2: Cut around the border, then glue onto a piece of black cardstock.

Step 3: Punch a hole and string the tag onto your cookie package.

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