Log Roll Fun

Making log roll style cookies is sometimes quite trying. Here are a few hints that might make it a bit easier.

When getting ready to roll, make sure that your dough is not too soft. If you need to. place in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes.

If you find that you are sticking to the roll, making it difficult to roll, just sprinkle a bit of flour or powdered sugar on your surface. Don't use too much or it will change your cookie texture.

If you plan on rolling your log of dough in nuts or a coating of some kind, do not roll much longer than 10 inches. Once you start rolling the dough in your coating, you will continue to lengthen the dough.

When wrapping your logs of dough, make sure that you cut your paper or wrap at least 6 inches longer than your log. This will ensure that you can tightly seal the ends of your dough.

After wrapping the dough and securing the ends, gently press the ends toward each other. This will help to compact the log.

Just before cutting your cookies for baking, give your log a quick roll in the wrapper to re-round any flat spots.