Girl Scout Cookies® History
Baking a Classic
Early Years | 1930s | 1940s | 1950s | 1960s | 1970s | 1980s | 1990s | Today
In the early 1990s, two licensed bakers supplied local Girl Scout councils with cookies for girls to sell. Eight varieties are now available, including low fat and sugar-free selections.
In 1998, Girl Scouts of the USA licensed three bakers to produce cookies. The national organization also introduced official age-appropriate awards for Brownie, Junior, Cadette and Senior Girl Scouts for participating in cookie activities, including an annual Girl Scout Cookie Activity Pin, with requirements featured in an activity guide.
