I am trying to get myself in the holiday spirit!
Our tree has lights on it.
No ornaments yet.
Last year our cat, Huggy was a kitten and locked out of the room with the tree, and this year he is a full-blown monster cat who likes to climb up the tree. I am slooooowwwwwly decorating it. Over the years, I’ve enjoyed making holiday treats for my friends/family. With the extra time at home on the weekends and a tight eye on the budget, I believe making edible treats is a good route to go. It’s one of the best ways to make holiday magic. Putting love and care into something for someone else.
We all need a reminder of how loved we are. This year more than ever.
Let’s open up my filing cabinet of fun and find some recipes to inspire your Homemade Edible Gifts this season!
Classic Gingerbread Cookies
A fun activity to do with kiddos!
Tahini Cookies
I love a good savory sweet cookie. This recipe is a real winner.
Granola Cookies
If you have some leftover granola, you can make these cookies!
This is my favorite granola recipe btw. People love getting granola as a gift!
Coconut Lime Macaroons
The kind of cookie that you keep eating until you find out if you really like them and then you REALLY like them and they’re gone.
Oops.
Pignoli Cookies
I’ve made these for my Dad several times. He loves a good Italian cookie!
Almond Pizzelle
When I feel like channeling my grandmother, I bust out my pizzelle maker 
Cranberry Rosemary Bars
These didn’t last long here!
Persimmon Bars with Lemon Glaze
Put your neighbor’s persimmons to good use.
Cranberry Nut Bread
My Mom used to give this one away!
Hippie Banana Bread
Who doesn’t like banana bread with tons of things in it?
Chocolate Earl Grey Tea Truffles
If you’re looking to wow some friends, these will do the trick. Their flavor is complex and sophisticated!
Plus you get to roll chocolate and that is fun.
Candied Ginger
Fight colds with gifts! Ginger is a welcomed treat this holiday season.
Candied Citrus Peel
A really fun project to make with kids.
Salted Rocky Road Fudge
My mom used to make Rocky Road Fudge every year. This is my take on it!
Crunchy Peppermint Bark
So many people asked me for the recipe for these after I gifted them. That’s a good sign, right?
Cookies & Cream Peppermint Bark
If you also love Trader Joe’s Candy Cane Joe Joe’s these are FOR YOU.
White Chocolate Dipped Pretzels
A little quick project that kids can help with!
Tropical Bark
Sometimes you have to break up all of the minty chocolate flavor profiles with something tropical.
This one has bits of mango, macadamia nuts, and coconut!
Cashew Sesame Brittle
These brittle hunks are AMAZING. My mom ate through her whole batch and didn’t share with my Dad.
Salted Bourbon Caramel
Making caramel during the holiday season is therapeutic!
Homemade Dried Fruits
Maybe you want to through something healthy in the mix? Give people a treat break?
Jasmine Tea Infused Vodka
Again with the tea! This recipe is good for your cocktail-loving friends.
Blackberry Thyme Infused Vodka
A beautiful fruity floral mix!
Apple Cinnamon Infused Bourbon
Tastes like the holidays!
Candy Cane Vodka
Vodka and mashed up candy canes produce this brilliant red pepperminty infusion!
Homemade Limoncello
I totally forgot how much I loved making this!
Homemade Amaretto
This recipe was real popular many years ago. Let’s bring it back!
Ginger Brew
I would love a bottle of this for Christmas, Thank you.
Homemade Milling Spice Mix
Give the gift of a good smelling home!
Matcha Sesame Granola
Want a gift that will stand out? This one will!
Homemade Vanilla Extract
People will think you’re so cool for making your own. Promise.
Treats in the mailbox are my favorite.
***Happy Homemade Edible Gift Making!!!***
