Homemade food gifts for the holidays are the best! They’re useful, delicious, pretty and made with love.
My mom would make cookies till all hours of the night during the holiday season. They were delicious, made with love and gifted to almost everyone she knew.
Whether they’re for close family or friends, the barber or the nice checker at the market, homemade food gifts will always be appreciated. Especially when they’re unique and fun.
Today I’m sharing four of my favorites:
- Pistachio Butter
- Chestnut Butter
- Chocolate Espresso Granola
- Dulce de Leche
Best Homemade Food Gifts for the Holidays
Pistachio Butter
It’s creamy, rich and delicious — a lovely edible holiday gift.
Difficulty: Easy
Total Prep Time: 15 minutes
How to wrap it for a gift: In a plain jar with a tight sealing lid and a pretty ribbon.
Chestnut Butter
One the most unique, homemade food gifts you can give for the holidays. With only three ingredients, it’s easier than you might think.
Difficulty: Easy
Total Prep Time: 10 minutes (Plus about 1 hour if you choose to roast your own chestnuts. Here’s How.)
How to wrap it for a gift: In a plain jar with a tight sealing lid and a pretty ribbon.
Chocolate Espresso Granola
A breakfast, a snack or a topping, this edible gift can be used in so many ways. It’s bursting with delicious flavors in every crunchy bite!
Difficulty: Medium
Total Prep Time: 1 hour, 25 minutes
How to wrap it for a gift: In a pretty mug, cellophane-wrapped with a pretty ribbon, or in a cellophane gift bag with a ribbon.
Dulce De Leche
An incredibly easy, one ingredient dulce de leche makes for a great edible holiday gift!
Difficulty: Easy
Total Prep Time: 6 hours (Only about 5 minutes are active work time!)
How to wrap it for a gift: In a plain jar with a tight sealing lid and a pretty ribbon.
A few more ideas for holiday food gifts:
- Gluten-Free Chocolate Peppermint Crinkle Cookies
- Pistachio Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Praline Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Gingerbread Coffee Creamer
These will all be well received homemade food gifts — everyone will love them!
Enjoy creating and giving them!
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angiesrecipes says
I NEED to make that pistachio butter!
valentina says
Thanks! I hope you love it! Happy holiday season to you, Angie. 🙂 ~Valentina
Ron says
They are all gifts of love, the best kind. Funny you mentioned your mom’s holiday cookie cooking as that’s just what I’m doing today and tomorrow. To me, it’s just not Christmas without making cookies for neighbors and friends.
valentina says
Ron, I totally agree. It’s not the holiday season without a lot of cookie making. LOVE it! :-)~Valentina
Gerlinde says
Homemade gifts are the best. I have to try making some of your tasty gifts. Happy Holidays!
valentina says
Happy holidays to you too, Gerlinde! Thanks for stopping by and enjoy! 🙂 ~Valentina
Dawn - Girl Heart Food says
Homemade food gifts are the BEST! Every year I make family a homemade goodie basket. They’re just as fun to make as they are to give. I’d be happy with any one of these, especially that granola! Love the espresso flavour!
valentina says
Hi Dawn, your Gingerbread Coffee Creamer is in my post! I LOVE it! Thanks for checking out my gifts. Cheers! 🙂 ~Valentina
Marissa says
I agree that homemade edible gifts are the best! Such a personal way to show love and gratitude for the people in our lives. And I love every suggestion you have here!
valentina says
Thanks so much, Marissa! Much appreciated. 🙂 ~Valentina
Liz says
I’m always looking for new homemade holiday gifts for my book club—thanks for all the delicious inspiration!!!
Kim Lange says
Can I get that dulce de leche please? Home-made food gifts are the best gifts to give for the season. Nothing better if you ask me! Made from the heart! These are incredible!
2pots2cook says
Chestnut butter would definitely make me happy to have with pancakes and melted chocolate 🙂 🙂 Thank you and I wish you and your family have happy and peaceful holidays dear !
Kelly | Foodtasia says
I love giving and receiving food gifts! They’re extra special and so thoughtful! And always appreciated!
valentina says
Agreed! 🙂
David Scott Allen says
I am completely in love with both the pistachio butter and chestnut butter. What great ideas, but do I have to give them away? ❤️
valentina says
Ha! Of course not. You keep them. 🙂 ~Valentina