Looking for festive edible gift ideas to give this holiday season? Try these 36 homemade food gifts for Christmas that your friends and family will love.
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When it comes to holiday gift-giving, homemade gifts are some of the most thoughtful and heartfelt gifts you can give. It’s one of the best ways to celebrate the holiday season with the people in your life that you love and appreciate.
Homemade gifts are also a wonderful gift idea if you trying to do Christmas on a budget. Festive homemade food gifts are some of my favorite gifts to give (and receive!) during the holidays. We love baking Christmas cookies, desserts, and holiday treats to share with family and friends. It’s become a cherished Christmas tradition that we look forward to every holiday season.
That is why, I thought I would share some homemade food gifts that you can make this Christmas to share with your loved ones. You will find edible gift ideas in a jar, as well as cookies, truffles, fudge recipes, and more festive Christmas treats that you can add to holiday tins, or treat bags to give as gifts this holiday season.
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36 Homemade Food Gifts for Christmas
These homemade food gifts for Christmas are perfect for giving to family, friends, teachers, neighbors or even use as stocking stuffers.
Edible Gifts in a Jar
These food gifts in a jar are the perfect way to share some holiday spirit with your loved ones. Find hot cocoa mixes, holiday mug cake, cookie mixes in a jar, and more. These festive Christmas food gifts are sure to be loved by all.
Hot Cocoa in a Jar-The Reid Homestead
Make up a few of these hot cocoa jars to have on hand for gift-giving this year. Everyone will love getting them!
Hot Chocolate & Snowmen Holiday Gift– Sparkles to Sprinkles
Looking for an easy and tasty holiday gift to give? Try this hot chocolate and snowmen holiday gift. A fun gift idea so they can make and sip on hot chocolate anytime they want!
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Caramel Coffee Mix in a Jar- Living Sweet Moments
This Caramel Coffee mix only requires 4 ingredients and is the perfect DIY Gift idea for friends and family. Add a little spoon on the side for easy access.
Spiced Apple Cider Mix– Country Girl’s Life
This spiced apple cider mix is perfect for neighbors and coworkers. There is a free printable label to make gift-giving easy.
Double Chocolate Snack Cake Mix- Homan at Home
This double chocolate snack cake mix is the perfect gift in a jar! Includes a printable card with instructions for making the cake.
Chocolate Mug Cake Gift– Crafts by Amanda
Edible gifts are the perfect easy DIY holiday gift idea. This chocolate mug cake in a jar is a gift that everyone will enjoy.
Cookie Mix in a Jar- I Heart Naptime
Create an easy and delicious homemade Christmas gift with these layered cookie mix in a jar. These are always a big hit! Free printable tag and instructions included.
Homemade Christmas Cookie Gift Jar- Honey & Lime
Make this easy homemade Christmas cookie gift jar for your loved ones this holiday season!
Cranberry Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies in a Jar– Vegan Huggs
Need an easy, last-minute, but thoughtful gift? Look no further, because these Cranberry-Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies in a Jar are fun, festive, thoughtful and so simple to make.
Mason Jar Hot Cocoa Pancakes- The Soccer Mom Blog
A fun Christmas gift idea for anyone on your list — these Mason Jar Hot Cocoa Pancakes are easy to make and delicious!
Chocolate Spoon Fudge in a Jar– Cooking with Curls
Chocolate spoon fudge in a jar makes a delightful and decadent Christmas gift that’s sure to bring joy to anyone who receives it. This rich and creamy treat is easy to make and comes with its own individual spoon!
Christmas Cookies &Treats for Holiday Gifts
Holiday cookies and treats are one of the best ways to spread some Christmas cheer. Add these delicious and festive cookies and treats to a Christmas tin, box, plate, or treat bag to share with friends and family.
Gingerbread Truffles– Semi Homemade Kitchen
Savor the season with these Gingerbread Truffles. These creamy, spiced delights are easy to make and perfect for gifting. Enjoy the cozy essence of the holidays in every bite.
Oreo Truffles- Cincy Shopper
These Oreo Truffles Balls are so simple to make and they make for a perfect candy to gift during the holidays.
Hazelnut Expresso Truffles– Live to Sweet
These Hazelnut Espresso Truffles take chocolate, hazelnuts, and espresso and turn them into a decadent treat. Perfect for gifting during the holidays!
Homemade Oreo mint chocolate truffles are the perfect treat to enjoy with family and friends. With just only a few ingredients they are so easy to make with a deliciously creamy, melt-in-your-mouth chocolate mint center.
Gingerbread Fudge– Spend with Pennies
A seasonally spiced gingerbread fudge that takes just minutes to make and doubles as a festive, edible Christmas gift.
Christmas Cookie Fudge-Trop Rockin
Christmas Cookie Fudge is a blend of classic holiday cookie flavors and a rich, creamy texture, making it a tasty gift for Christmas. This sweet treat is sure to bring smiles and warmth to your loved ones during the holiday season.
Find more fudge recipes: 35 Easy Fudge Recipes for the Holidays
Crockpot Candy-Dinner at the Zoo
This easy crock pot candy is creamy chocolate peanut clusters, all made with the help of a slow cooker! The perfect treat for the holidays that serves a crowd.
Rolo Pretzels- Organically Addison
These Rolo pretzels are so quick and easy to make! It only takes 10 minutes, and you only need 3 ingredients to whip up this creamy, crunchy, chocolaty treat.
Christmas Cracker Candy– Blackberry Babe
This Christmas Cracker Candy is an easy-to-make, no-bake holiday gift! Package in a holiday treat bag for a delicious gift idea.
Reindeer Bark- Dancing Through the Rain
Chocolate Reindeer Bark is a festive and delectable holiday treat made by layering melted chocolate with crunchy pretzel twists, candy eyes, and a candy nose, resembling adorable reindeer faces. This delightful combination of sweet and salty flavors creates a whimsical and irresistible confection perfect for Christmas celebrations!
Grinch Christmas Nougat– Yum in the Kitchen
Grinch Christmas Nougat is a whimsical, melt-in-your-mouth confection dotted with jolly red gumdrops that are as fun to make as they are to eat. It’s the perfect to wrap up and give as a gift this holiday season.
Microwave Peanut Brittle– The Slow Roasted Italian
This 10-minute Microwave Peanut Brittle is a quick, crunchy, and utterly irresistible treat that’s perfect for gifting during the holiday season. The golden, caramelized sweetness pairs harmoniously with the nutty crunch, making it an absolute Christmas delight.
Reindeer Chow- Love From the Oven
Holiday muddy buddy mix (with a cute holiday name) is an irresistible blend of salty and sweet, thanks to the combination of cereal, pretzels, chocolate, and candies. In less than 30 minutes you can have a big bowl of this grab-and-go mix ready for Santa’s helpers.
Christmas Popcorn- This Tiny Blue House
This festive Christmas popcorn is the perfect edible treat to give to family and friends this holiday season.
Gingerbread Caramel Corn- The Forked Spoon
Savor this delightful Gingerbread-Spiced Caramel Corn Recipe, a harmonious blend of warm gingerbread flavors and rich buttery caramel. Perfectly sweet and crunchy, it’s the ideal treat for the holiday season. Plus, it makes for a thoughtful, homemade edible gift to share with loved ones.
Sweet Spicy Christmas Nuts– Garlic & Zest
These spiced nuts are a great gift to give to family, friends, neighbors, and teachers this holiday season. They will be the most sought-after snack.
Salted Caramel Candied Walnuts– Happy Kitchen
These Salted Caramel Candied Walnuts with Rosemary are a delicious, flavorful, and healthy snack made in just 10 minutes with 5 simple ingredients. It makes an easy and fancy Christmas gift for your family and friends!
Air Fryer Candied Pecans- Seanna’s Kitchen
Sweet and Spicy Candied Pecans make the perfect food gifts for Christmas. So tasty on charcuterie boards, in salads, and eaten by the handful.
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Gingerbread Kiss Cookies- My Happy Bakes
These Gingerbread Kiss Cookies are soft, perfectly spiced and so easy to make. They’re perfect for Christmas gift-giving.
Big Chocolate Chip Pretzel Cookies- Fit Mama Real Food
BIG chocolate chip pretzel cookies are all about that salty and sweet perfect combination! A fun and delicious twist you’ll want over and over again.
Lofthouse Cookies– Chew Out Loud
Made with a secret ingredient, this Lofthouse cookies recipe is extra fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth delicious, and topped with a sweet buttercream frosting for a truly decadent soft sugar cookie dessert. Whip them up for holiday parties, gift-giving, and more!
White Chocolate Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies– Art of Natural Living
White Chocolate Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies are a tasty holiday cookie. Make them at home or create a fun gift with the Cookies in a Jar option.
Eggnog Latte Cutout Cookies– Girl vs. Dough
Looking for a new way to spread holiday cheer? Try these Eggnog Latte Cutout Cookies! They’re simple and fun to make, and they’ll get everyone in the family (and Santa, too) excited about the holidays.
Christmas M&M Cookies– The Feathered Nester
These Christmas M&M cookies are absolutely perfect as gifts! They are deliciously soft and chewy, with festive red and green M&M candies on top. Everyone will love receiving a batch of these homemade cookies during the holiday season.
Simple Gingerbread Cookies– Clan Kitchen
Indulge in the holiday spirit with these delightful gingerbread cookies – a heartwarming and easy-to-make recipe that fills your home with the warm, comforting aroma of Christmas. These cute gingerbread cookies, perfect for sharing with loved ones or as a cherished Christmas food gift, are a family favorite that offers a creative, icing-filled adventure for kids of all ages.
There you go, 36 best homemade food gifts for Christmas. I hope this list has inspired you to start baking some holiday cookies or treats to give as gifts this year. Happy Holidays!
Looking for more easy cookie recipes?
- Double Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Cookies
- Easy Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies
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