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Food gifts are my absolute favorite gifts to give and receive during Christmas. They are thoughtful, they are delicious, and maybe my favorite part of allโ€”they donโ€™t add any clutter to my house! Iโ€™ve never met someone who doesnโ€™t appreciate a handmade tasty treat.

Christmas food gifts are wonderful if your budget is tight (many of the items on this list can be made for a dollar or less per gift), if youโ€™re looking to avoid the pressure-filled rush of Christmas shopping, or if youโ€™re just looking to add a little more simplicity to your holiday gifting. Many of these gifts are simple enough for even small children to help make. Iโ€™m sure youโ€™ll find the perfect treat for your mail carrier, teacher, friend, or loved one on this list.

How do you package Christmas food gifts?

The best way to package food gifts depends entirely on what gift you are giving. Personally, I prefer to gift in reusable containersโ€”think canning jars, swing-top bottles, or food storage jars. Not only is it a beautiful, safe, and sturdy way to store your handmade goodies, but it also gives your giftee something they can reuse later. You can also upcycle jars and containers from the recyclingโ€”pasta sauce jars are great!

Cookie tins are also a great option for packaging if youโ€™re worried about mailing or transporting glass. Most supermarkets and big box stores carry cookie tins either with their holiday baking supplies or holiday wrapping supplies.

What can you make for Christmas food gifts?

We have so many great ideas for you to check outโ€”Iโ€™m sure youโ€™ll find just the right DIY gift here for your budget, your skills, and your loved ones! Full recipes and details are available if you click on each item. Happy holidays!

45+ Thoughtful and Easy DIY Christmas Food Gifts

Give the gift of gourmet treats this Christmas with our list of homemade food gifts! DIY these incredible, edible gifts for the foodie in your life.

Looking for more gift ideas?

We have ideas for everyone on your list, no matter your budget, in our gift guides:

  • 38+ Gifts for Bakers. Shower the bakers in your lives with tools and ingredients from our list.
  • 37+ Gifts for Coffee LoversFrom cute and affordable coffee stirrers, all the way up to fancy brewing equipment, we have something for all the java fans!
  • 40+ Gifts for Beer Lovers. Hops fans would appreciate any of the gifts on our beer lovers gift guide.
  • 65+ Fun Gifts for FoodiesYou know that we wouldn’t be Wholefully without a foodie gift guide! Get our favorite cookbooks, delicious foods, and useful kitchen gear here.
  • 29+ Gifts for Plant LoversWe have all the ideas you’ll need for the plant parents on your list.
  • 30+ Gifts for Gardeners. Give the green thumbs in your life something they’ll love by shopping off of our gardener gift guide.
  • Creative Sustainable Gift IdeasWant gifts for your loved ones that will also contribute to a healthier planet? We’ve got you covered!
  • 39+ Gifts for Tea Lovers. Tea lovers will adore the gifts on this list, ranging from DIY tea kits to beautiful steeping equipment.
  • 32+ Best Gifts for Whiskey Lovers.Have a whiskey or bourbon lover on your gift list? Our comprehensive guide will help you find them the perfect gift.
  • 32+ Gifts for Bird Lovers. Whether youโ€™re looking for stuffed birds that make real bird calls or peacock trinket trays, we have gift ideas for bird lovers of all ages.

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  1. What lovely gift giving ideas, especially for those people that get out to shop. I am in a wheelchair, so this is perfect for me. Thank you, Merry Christmas, Suzy

    1. Thank you, Suzy, for taking the time to let us know this was helpful for you! We really appreciate it. We hope you find lots of gift ideas that you (and the lucky folks receiving them) will love!