Mail Birthday Treat

[Duck-Duck]

While I like receiving gift cards, I don't like giving them - especially when it seems like an "out". :O True! I'll be using one of those prepaid post office boxes so weight doesn't matter, but it can't be too high. I was thinking something like those magic bars(?), but easier. 'Definitely not stuck on that idea; just one I had. Coconut the receiver likes, but also isn't a "have to."
I'd rather spend my time than money - if ya know where I'm going & I think you do. ;)
Thanks, All!

[Manadoo]

So your wanting to send a food item in the mail, I myself would not send anything that is food related through the mail, could melt or get broken, best way is to order through a company that way you make sure it gets there in one piece ;)

[Duck-Duck]

True, but money is a big factor. I have to choose wisely. for Christmas though, I'm going in that direction - when prices are reduced & shipping is free. Woo-hoo! ;D

[FloJo9]

How about sugar cookies?, they ship very well

[Duck-Duck]

Yeah, they're pretty tough. Do you have a suggestion for a recipe? I have great butter cookie & shortbread recipes, but not sugar. Thanks FloJo9!

[KittenCal]

Hi duck! Here is my recipe for sugar cookies, be aware that they are not hard to make but time consuming, if your short on time, I would suggest going to a bakery and purchasing some with birthday greetings on them, and yes they do travel well as long as you layer then with waxed paper in between....

#recipe55

[HomeCooker]

I was also going to suggest hard cookies, basically anything very firm like brownies, candies anything that would not break or spoil while shipping ;)

[Kchurchill5]

I agree; soft desserts or bars can not do well.
I like the idea of sugar cookies, chocolate chips; a bit heartier; even, peanut butter too.

NO chocolate (well icing); they can melt. A chewy brownie is good.
How about a homemade granola fruit bar.
There are quite a few NO bake cookies that have oatmeal in them; but, sometimes just a few chips. Nothing too chocolately that would melt.

Shortbread I agree too would be nice.

[Chaz]

Other than what's already suggested I can't really think of anything else, but if I do I will be back here to post my ideas ;)

[Duck-Duck]

You're all so nice! That idea of birthday greetings on sugar cookies is fabulous! 'Haven't seen that before ... Ohhhh, on a big cookie! Cute still!
Thanks! You keep thinking, Chaz! ;)