A cookie table is a beloved tradition in some cultures. Invite guests to make and bring their favorite family recipes.

A cookie table is a massive display of homemade cookies. It is a tradition in certain regions of the United States and Europe. The bride and groom's families make dozens of types of cookies. They set them out on a table. Guests fill boxes to take home. The table can be overwhelming and beautiful. It requires significant coordination. Assign a point person to organize the baking schedule. Buy or borrow a large collection of platters. Label each cookie with its name and a card. "Aunt Mary's Thumbprints." Provide small bags or boxes for guests to take cookies home. Place them at the end of the table. Do not forget the milk. Serve small glasses of milk alongside the cookies. The cookie table is a labor of love. It is not something to take on at the last minute. If you love the idea but lack willing bakers, ask a local bakery to cater a variety of cookies.

Wedding Cookie Tables