Nordic Ware Cookie Stamps

These stamps perform best with firm, non-spreading doughs like classic sugar, shortbread, or gingersnaps. Avoid recipes with heavy leavening agents like baking powder or baking soda, as they can cause the dough to rise and obscure the stamped design.

No, these stamps are not dishwasher safe. The cast aluminum and hardwood handles should be hand-washed with warm, soapy water and dried thoroughly to preserve the finish and prevent the wood from warping.

To ensure a clean impression, lightly dust the face of the stamp with flour or dip it in flour before each press. If you notice dough building up in the crevices, gently clean the stamp with a soft brush before continuing.

While designed specifically for cookies, the stamps can be used on other pliable materials like fondant or modeling chocolate for cake decorating. They are not suitable for stamping pasta dough, as the material is too dense for the fine details of the greeting.

Each of the three stamps in the set measures 3 inches in diameter, which is a standard size for creating substantial, giftable cookies.