THE COOKIE CHRONICLES

A Brief History of the Cookie

Pre-History (Pre-1800s)

It all started in ancient Egypt, where cookies were baked as offerings to the gods. Okay, maybe not literally, but they were definitely a nice gesture. Our ancestors were onto something there, though - cookies are the perfect symbol of love and devotion.

Learn about the Evolution of Cookies

Ancient Cookie Civilizations (1800s-1900s)

As civilizations rose and fell, cookies rose with them. The Industrial Revolution brought mass production, but also cookie-themed existential dread. Why do we bake cookies, only to devour them in one sitting?

Unravel the Mystery of Cookie Existentialism

Cookie Wars (1900s-2000s)

From the Great Cookie Heist of '29 to the Cookie Wars of '92, cookies have been at the center of global conflict. Who knew a simple baked good could hold such power?

Explore the Cookie Wars: A Timeline