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National Cookie Day Deals And Freebies In North Carolina

Monday, December 4th is National Cookie Day. Because we needed a reminder to eat cookies in the middle of the holiday season? I think we’ve got it covered! But hey,…

Warm, golden brown, chocolate chip cookies cooling on a rack.

National Cookie Day is the time to find lots of deals and freebies on delicious cookies! (Photo by Songbird839/iStock via Getty Images)

Photo by Songbird839/iStock via Getty Images

Monday, December 4th is National Cookie Day. Because we needed a reminder to eat cookies in the middle of the holiday season? I think we've got it covered! But hey, if we can save some money while engaged in our "seasonal thickening," then I'm all for it.

This has been a big year for cookies, and I do mean BIG. Subway, already known for its foot-long subs, is now offering a new foot-long chocolate chip cookie. So far it's only available at four locations in Chicago, Dallas, Miami, and New York City. However, it will become a permanent Subway menu item in 2024.

Also, Nestle Toll House is giving away a Cookie Shot Kit through December 8th. That's right, we're making cookies in shot glasses now because 2023 has been that kind of year. The limited-edition package has everything you need, including cookie dough, morsels, a baking mold, and even a $25 gift card.

According to Brand Eating, there are lots of tempting deals and freebies out there to help you celebrate National Cookie Day. Here are a few that you'll be able to find at participating locations in North Carolina:

  • 7-Eleven: 2 Gingerbread Big Cookies for $3 or one for $1.69 throughout the holidays.
  • Circle K: Get a free cookie on December 4th through their app, while supplies last.
  • Fazoli's: Free cookie with any purchase at participating locations.
  • Great American Cookies: One free cookie with five cookie purchases.
  • Insomnia Cookies: Get a free Classic cookie and $1 Deluxe cookie in-store when you show the Insomnia App or online with any in-app delivery. You can also buy 12 classic cookies online and get 12 cookies for free or buy 6 classic cookies in-store and get 6 cookies for free. CookieMagic Members can get a free 6-pack of cookies (no purchase necessary) by presenting their membership in-store or adding the Free 6-Pack product to their cart in-app or online while logged in to their CookieMagic account.
  • Potbelly: Order food online or on the Potbelly app on December 4th and receive a free cookie with any entrée using the promo code COOKIE.

Christmas cookie decorating is super popular, but it can also be super difficult. But never fear, tutorials are here!

If you're looking to upgrade your Christmas cookie decorating this year, check out the videos below for some tips!

Tasty 101 - Sugar Cookies

If you've never made holiday sugar cookies before, this video from Tasty is a good place to start. You'll not only get a sugar cookie and a royal icing recipe, but you'll also learn some basic decorating techniques.

Round Cookies with Various Designs

You don't necessarily have to have special cookie cutter shapes to make fancy cookies. This video from Little Cookie Co. features tutorials on how to make Santa, Rudolph, Gingerbread, Snowman and Snowflake cookies on round cookies.

More advanced, detailed designs

If your decorating skills are a bit more advanced, consider checking out this video from Cookielicious NZ  for how to decorate Santa, Mrs. Claus, Rudolph and Christmas tree cookies.

Phil Harris is 50% of "Phil & Mel in the Afternoon" on K104.7. He has been with the station since 2013 and on the air in Charlotte since 2000. Before coming to the Queen City, Phil worked for radio stations in Pittsburgh, Austin, and Seattle. In addition to the weekly "Throwback Threesome" music video feature, Phil writes about things that matter to Charlotte sports fans and pet owners. He happens to be both.