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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    Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread

    Our recipe for pumpkin chocolate chip bread is a fall staple for any day, any time of the week.


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    Pepper Jelly

    Sweet and spicy, with just the right amount of fire, this hot pepper jelly makes the perfect appetizer when paired...


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    Homemade Bagels

    Our easy bagel recipe lets you skip the store and make a dozen homemade bagels right in the comfort of...


    Flaky Danish Kringle

    This traditional yeast bread wonderfully reflects my Scandinavian heritage. Flaky layers of tender dough are flavored with almond paste. The...


    Chocolate Chip Pound Cake

    Our contest-winning chocolate chip pound cake recipe features chocolate two ways: in chip form in the cake, and as a...


    Three-Chip English Toffee

    With its melt-in-your-mouth texture and scrumptiously rich flavor, this is the ultimate toffee! Layered on top are three kinds of...


    Sourdough English Muffins

    Forget about toast! Sourdough English muffins are so easy to make at home that you'll be eating them every morning....


    Honey Wheat Sourdough Bread

    We've been enjoying this slightly sweet bread almost daily for more than 10 years. A fellow teacher shared the recipe...

    Old-World Rye Bread

    Rye and caraway give this bread wonderful flavor, while the surprise ingredient of baking cocoa adds to the rich, dark...


    Almond Apricot Bread

    My mother, who is a big apricot and almond fan, inspired me to create this recipe. The teachers at our...


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    Apple Cinnamon Streusel Muffins

    In this apple cinnamon streusel muffin recipe, the streusel topping is nicely seasoned with cinnamon and sugar. Pieces of tender...


    Master Baking Mix

    I always keep this versatile baking mix handy so I can whip up a sweet treat for unexpected guests. —Ruby...


    Burnt Peanuts

    As far as my family's concerned, I can't make burnt peanuts too often. In fact, I save pint jars throughout...


    Pastel Almond Bark

    Cooks of all ages will find this pretty confection is a snap to prepare. It never fails to take center...


    Cowboy Cookie Mix

    Since half the fun of cookies is baking them, I give this merry-making mix as a gift. The ingredients look...


    Quick Coconut Bonbons

    My family and friends never fail to include these chocolates on their Christmas wish list. Luckily, this recipe makes a...


    Christmas Eve Mice

    Assembling these merry mice is so much fun that the kids will definitely want to help. My daughter gave me...

    Basil Vinegar

    Never made an herb vinegar? It's easy! Our Test Kitchen came up with a super simple recipe with just three...


    Chinese Five Spice

    This easy-to-make Chinese five-spice blend brings complex, balanced flavor to your dishes. It's perfect for roasting meats, enhancing stir-fries or...


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    Swedish Cookies

    These Swedish cookies are shaped perfectly for nibbling on alongside coffee or tea. Grab a couple for a quick, sweet...


    Almond Danish Coffee Cake

    Filled with almond paste, sugar and butter, this pastry will melt in your mouth. It's a must for me to...


    Confetti Bean Soup Mix

    With its colorful variety of beans and delicious flavor, this soup is tempting. I like to give it to friends...


    Orange-Sugared Pecans

    I regularly cook up these candied pecans for Christmas gift-giving and family munching. The citrusy-sweet flavor is different and delicious....

    Chocolate Caramel Wafers

    To keep my holiday cooking quick, I've come to rely on fast recipes like this one. The crunchy-chewy tidbits are...


    Chocolate Toffee Crunchies

    From the buttery crust to the golden toffee, melted chocolate and chopped pecans, these bars are filled with Noel flavor....


    Cardamom Almond Biscotti

    These crunchy slices are requested often during the holidays, particularly by my husband. He likes to dunk them in coffee.


    Strawberry Nut Bread

    I like to make sandwiches out of this quick bread by spreading the strawberry cream cheese between two slices.


    Homemade Coffee Mix

    Starting with a basic recipe, I created several varieties of creamy coffee drinks. They're great to offer at a get-together...


    Cashew Brittle

    I like this quick and easy recipe because it doesn't require a candy thermometer. It also makes a wonderful gift...