Why not make some edible gifts for Christmas?

Sometimes at Christmas it can be so difficult to come up with suitable gift ideas.  My fail safe for anyone that is difficult to buy for is something edible.  Which got me thinking about all the wonderful homemade edible gifts that you could make and gift this festive season.

Here is a selection of my favourite handmade edible gift ideas:

Hot  Chocolate in a Jar

Essentially it is a jar or sealed mug with all the ingredients to make a delicious hot chocolate.  Now remember this is a Christmas gift so there is no need to count calories, the more indulgent the better.  If you know that the recipient has particular tastes this could also be catered for.  For example you could make it peppermint or chocolate orange flavour.  Please see this post from Everyday Savvy to get some ideas https://everydaysavvy.com/easy-diy-gift-jar-peppermint-hot-chocolate/

Raspberry Mint Gin

Gin has become a favourite drink for many.  It is very easy to make some flavoured gins of your own and they would make great unique gifts to give out to friends and family.  As with most edible gifts you may have to tweak it depending on their tastes but this recipe from Craft Invaders should give you a good head start https://craftinvaders.co.uk/raspberry-and-mint-gin/

Chocolate Truffles

Chocolate is always a go to for anyone that is difficult to buy for.  However so that the gift is not just dismissed you could go to the extra effort of making some chocolates to gift.  This basic recipe from Nonna Box should get you started that you can then add your own flavours to https://www.nonnabox.com/chocolate-truffles-recipe/

Cake in a jar

For many they say that some of the best gifts are an experience rather than a tangible gift.  Therefore you could gift to a grandparent or children a cake mix in a jar.  This could be presented in a pretty jar with a bow or tag to make it presentable.  However the actual gift would be the experience of baking the cake together with family members.  Please see this how to guide over on Very Best Baking for some ideas https://www.verybestbaking.com/toll-house/recipes/chewy-brownie-mix-jar/

Sundae in a box

Kids love ice cream sundaes and you can take full advantage of this by giving them a gift that will help them create their own.  Obviously this gift will also be perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth as well.  In a pretty container you can combine all sorts of sweets and syrups that could be added to make an ice cream sundae.  This post by Smashed Peas and Carrots should give you some pointers http://smashedpeasandcarrots.com/ice-cream-sundae-in-a-box-gift-idea/

Spice Mixes

If you know someone that is king (or queen) of the BBQ then a selection of spice mixes could make the perfect gift.  Often these mixes are presented in the clear fillable Christmas baubles but could easily be in small jars.  Let your imagination run wild with which ever flavour combinations you think the receiver would appreciate.  This post on Francis Can Health should help you gather some ideas https://www.franciscanhealth.org/community/blog/recipes-ornament-dip-mixes-easy-holiday-gift-idea

Cookies

Everyone over indulges on biscuits and cookies at Christmas so I am sure that a gift of this vein would be well received.  If it is for children you could go down the decorating gingerbread men cookies route, or you could wrap a stack of chocolate cookies in a pretty bow.  The choice is really yours.  One Simple Party have put together some ideas of what you could include in a gingerbread decorating kit to help you https://onesimpleparty.com/gingerbread-cookie-decorating-kit/

Jam or Chutney

At Christmas I think most homes have a cheese board that everyone picks over the festive season.  Add a special touch to this by gifting someone a chutney or jam that would go really well with cheese.  Have a look at this delicious apple chutney recipe from Homemade Gifts made Easy at https://www.homemade-gifts-made-easy.com/apple-chutney-recipe.html

With all gifts they say it is the thought that counts, I believe that a handmade gift will show a lot more thought has been put into their gift.  Therefore it is likely to be gratefully received.  Let me know if there are any other edible gifts that you have made and gifted.

If you have enjoyed this round up have a look at my favourite makes to keep you cosy over the cold season https://www.claireyatfairycrafters.com/10-best-cosy-winter-patterns-to-keep-warm/