Edible Gifts Recipes

Whether you’re making edible gifts for Christmas or need a homemade way to say thank-you, your friends and neighbors will be thrilled with these unique treats.

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    Contest-Winning Winter Fruit Chutney

    The pairing of sweet and tart fruits makes this chutney a wonderful accompaniment for pork. Not only is it a...


    Cranberry Walnut White Fudge

    A visit to several Oregon cranberry farms inspired my unusual fruit-flavored white fudge. I make it for family and friends...


    Halloween Snack Mix

    Here is a simple snack mix I created on the spur of the moment. It's easy to toss together for...


    Quick Brownie Mix

    "My grandmother discovered this recipe over 50 years ago," says Teresa Jarnot of Monroe, Washington. "When I began baking for...


    White Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Toasted, ground hazelnuts give these white chocolate chip cookies wonderful crunch, texture and flavor.


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    Rhubarb Muffins

    You'll want to grab those bright-pink rhubarb stalks at the market for these rhubarb muffins with a pecan-cinnamon topping. One...


    Buttery Almond Cookies

    "My husband loves these cookies," says Elaine Anderson of Aliquippa, Pennsylvania. "They have an old-fashioned flavor that goes well with...


    St. Patrick’s Day Popcorn

    Everyone's eyes will be smilin' when they see this green popcorn. The emerald color gives this snack instant St. Patrick's...

    Arizona Cornbread

    Unlike other cornbreads, this one uses yeast. With oil and sour cream, this moist, tender loaf has a bit of...


    Rosemary Garlic Braid

    This moist savory bread pairs nicely with a variety of main dishes. It's great with soup and makes a wonderful...


    Jelly Doughnuts

    There's no need to run to the bakery for delicious jelly doughnuts! These sweet treats are lighter than air. I've...


    Molasses Oat Bread

    This recipe has been passed down through my family from my Swedish great-grandmother. Last Christmas, my 78-year-old mom made and...


    Gift of the Magi Bread

    "I make this extra-special banana bread only once a year to celebrate Christmas," says Sandra Bonow of Lewiston, Minnesota. "It's...


    Surprise Package Cookies

    "Each of these buttery cookies has a chocolate mint candy inside," says Lorraine Meyer of Bend, Oregon. "They're my very...


    Coffee Cake Mix

    Keep this handy mix in your pantry and you can whip up a last-minute coffee cake in no time. Cinnamon...


    Butterscotch Muffins

    Butterscotch pudding gives a distinctive flavor to these muffins topped with brown sugar and nuts. My son won first-place purple...


    Petits Fours

    Our petits fours recipe creates traditional intricate and delicate mini cakes that look straight out of a boulangerie.

    Cinnamon Pecan Braids

    Whenever there's a bake sale, I make these braids. They're so eye-catching that most of the loaves get snapped up...


    Snowmen Cookies

    These cute snowmen cookies make fun treats for children's parties. Kids are always willing to chip in and help decorate...


    Mamie Eisenhower’s Fudge

    My mother came across this fudge recipe in a newspaper some 40 years ago. One taste and you'll see why...


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    Buttery Spritz Cookies

    Spritz cookies are perfect for holiday cookie trays, or for any time during the year when you want a soft...


    Norwegian Cardamom Bread Braids

    This treasured recipe reflects my Norwegian heritage. The subtle hint of cardamom is undeniably good. —Sally Nelson, Tempe, Arizona


    Pineapple Cherry Loaves

    Pineapple adds a fun twist to this holiday quick bread, plus it wakes each delicious bite nice and moist. My...

    Peanut Brittle Bars

    Pairing the old-fashioned flavor of peanut brittle with yummy chocolate chips turns these bars into a satisfying treat and a...


    Crispy Coffee Cookies

    I created this coffee cookies recipe because I wanted an easy-to-make cookie that folks can't resist. These tempting treats have...


    Butterscotch Sauce

    This homemade butterscotch sauce is delicious and easy to make, requiring just four ingredients. It's a tasty topping for ice...


    Spicy Mixed Nuts

    Cumin and chili powder give extra oomph to the classic homemade nut mix. It's a smart solution for holiday snacking...


    Glazed Almonds

    These glossy candy-coated almonds are almost like brittle but much easier to make. With the sweet and salty combination, it's...


    Licorice Caramel Candy

    These delicious treats are a fun cross between caramels and licorice. I always get compliments on them, especially from those...