Measure about 13 inches for this to give you plenty of space on top of your paper towel roll. Make your cut and then sand any rough spots. Now it’s time to mark where the center post will attach ...

Other tips for perfect slice-and-bake cookies Refrigerate the dough for at least six hours, and up to overnight. “The dough should be chilled when you slice it, but not rock hard,” says Schiff.