Free Cookie Batch Planner

Build a simple production timeline for a decorated cookie batch or custom order.

Enter order count, pickup date, and estimated task times. The planner creates a backward schedule for baking, cooling, decorating, drying, packaging, and pickup.

This is a planning helper. Adjust timing for your recipe, icing, drying conditions, and food handling requirements.

Who this tool is for

For cookie decorators, home bakers, party favor bakers, and small bakeries.

  • Plan decorated cookie batches
  • Schedule party favor production
  • Coordinate drying and packaging time
  • Decide when custom cutters need to be ready

How to use the Cookie Batch Planner

  1. Enter the order count and pickup or event date.
  2. Add realistic baking, cooling, decorating, drying, and packaging times.
  3. Use the plan to work backward from pickup and avoid last-minute gaps.

What you enter

  • Cookie count
  • Pickup or event date
  • Baking and cooling time
  • Decorating and drying time
  • Packaging notes

What you get

  • Cookie production schedule
  • Baking and cooling timeline
  • Decorating and drying reminders
  • Packaging checklist
  • Copyable batch plan

From the plan to the cutter file

Need custom cutters for this batch? Start in BakePress.

Frequently asked questions

Does this replace food safety planning?
No. It only creates a production schedule. You need to follow your own food handling requirements.
Can I plan decorated cookies?
Yes. It includes decorating and drying time.
Can I use it for party favors?
Yes. Add packaging time and pickup date.
Can I change the task times?
Yes. Use your own baking, cooling, decorating, drying, and packaging estimates.
Does it handle multiple orders?
For v1, use it for one batch or combine similar orders into one count.