Homemade Gifts from the Kitchen

Give a thoughtful gift this holiday season by making your own festive goodies.  

Looking for a gift for someone who has everything, someone who wants nothing or someone who it seems impossible to buy for? Making and giving an edible gift can be the perfect solution!  Use upcycled packaging and this gift honours your sustainable commitment too.

Get inspired by our list of delicious, festive and healthier recipes filled with wholefood ingredients.  From easy to elaborate, there’s something to suit every cooking level.

Exploring Edible Gift Options

1. Homemade baking is always a winner. Pick a recipe specifically suited to your recipient and their dietary requirements. They will be touched – guaranteed! Check out these Salted Caramel Nut Butter Cups, Cranberry & White Chocolate Cookies, or Christmas Gingerbread. Impress your gluten free friends with this Ginger Crunch & Date Caramel Slice.  Pack them in an upcycled biscuit tin and add a ribbon.

2. Do you have a busy friend with specific health goals? Fill a jar with a wholesome salad, add a ribbon and gift it in the morning. Try one of these tasty recipes: Summer Pasta Salad with Basil Pesto, Rainbow Summer Rolls, Mixed Bean Greek Salad or Miso Citrus Super Slaw.  

3. Give a token of gratitude to the host. It can be something small they tuck away for later or share on the night.  Condiments such as Homemade Dukkah, Crunchy Rye Crackers or a jar of salad dressing, all make lovely options.

4. Chocolate, chocolate, chocolate. It’s festive and well-loved.  Check out these chocolatey recipes: Baked Dark Chocolate Tart, Chickpea Brownies, Chocolate Raspberry Nut Butter Cups, or Vegan Hot Chocolate.

Homemade Goodies to Gift in Glass

Upcycling jars are a cute and sustainable solution to pack your homemade goodies. Add a bit of cheer with a ribbon, twine or strip of fabric. Here are some of our favorite recipes for gifting:

1. This Peanut Butter & Cinnamon Caramel Popcorn recipe is moreish yet healthy. A great gift for a snacker.
2. Spoil a salad lover with a jar of Protein Nut & Seed Clusters.
3. Give a festive looking jar of this Christmas-Spiced Figgy Granola.
4. For your active and energetic friend, fill a jar with healthy energy balls. These are our favourites: Healthy Holiday Truffles, Chocolate Bliss Balls, or Peanut Butter and Jelly Energy Balls.
5. And for the dog loving friend, these wholefood dog treats would make a cute and thoughtful gift.

Now is the time to browse recipes and plan what and when to get cooking. Who will you bake for?

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