1. Preheat and Get Ready: Turn your oven up to the sweet spot, typically 350°F to 375°F (175°C to 190°C), just as your cookie recipe suggests.
2. Prep Your Pan: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. This is cookie insurance—no sticking, no mess!
3. Cookie Spacing: Take those little rounds of joy out of the freezer and give them a spot on the baking sheet. Space them out—they’ll need room to spread into their cookie shapes.
4. Bake to Golden Brown: Pop the baking sheet into the oven. They might play hard to get and take a bit longer than unfrozen dough—just watch for that golden edge and set middle.
5. Check for Cookie-ness: Are they golden and glorious? Do a toothpick test if you’re not sure. If it comes out clean or with just a crumb or two, they’re ready.
6. Cool Down: Pull them out and let them cool on the sheet for a few minutes, then move them to a wire rack to cool off completely.

Enjoy the Goodness: Now that they’re cool, it’s time to enjoy. Grab a glass of milk or your favorite brew and savor your creation.