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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    Peppermint Fudge

    Fudge is a year-round treat, but this peppermint fudge helps us dive right into the holiday spirit.


    Striped Icebox Cookies

    I've been using this recipe ever since I was a little girl. I like it because it's easier than making...


    Apricot Coconut Balls

    I appreciate that these fruity candies are easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time. They're a nice...


    Toffee Bars

    These shortbread bars have the taste of toffee without the hassle of making candy. They're attractive addition to a cookie...


    Bishop’s Bread

    This bread is packed with cherries, chocolate and nuts. I give away many loaves at Christmas. —Yvonne Wheeler, Minneapolis, Minnesota


    Lemon Cranberry Muffins

    These mouthwatering muffins can be baked in less than half and hour. So I often rely on this recipe when...


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    Raspberry Coffee Cake

    Make this raspberry coffee cake with tangy raspberry filling and crunchy topping, and it will quickly become a favorite with...


    Reindeer Chow

    Rudolph and his pals will be dashing, dancing and prancing to gobble up this savory version of reindeer chow snack...

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    Christmas Wreath Cookies

    Cornflakes take the place of traditional rice cereal in these sweet, no-bake Christmas wreath cookies dressed up with green food...


    Almond Snack Mix

    Sliced almonds and almond extract set this crunchy Chex mix apart. Lisa Hess, Bountiful, Utah, says, "Be forewarned...once you start...


    Molasses Cookies

    Making these soft, chewy cookies with a rich flavor has been a family tradition since my children were small. At...


    Butterscotch Fudge

    When only a decadent treat will do, give this butterscotch fudge a try. It offers a nice change of pace...


    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...


    Raisin Bran Muffin Mix

    My husband likes to take muffins to work. And with this mix in my pantry, I can have muffins ready...

    Maple Pralines

    This recipe rekindles memories of my grandfather and his love for making maple syrup. When I was in college, my...


    Old-Fashioned Molasses Candy

    This hard candy was always the first thing to sell out at fundraisers we held back when I was in...


    Candy Snack Mix

    Chock-full of raisins, peanuts and M& M's, this crunchy salty-sweet mix stays fresh for weeks. I keep it on hand...


    Cajun Spice Mix

    You can give fish, beef, pork or poultry a zesty boast with this spicy seasoning. I like to sprinkle the...


    Root Beer Cookies

    When it's too difficult to take along root beer floats on a picnic, take these cookies instead! I've found the...


    Coconut Drops

    Coconut drops are chewy cookies with a sweet thumbprint of raspberry preserves in the center. Our contest-winning recipe looks gorgeous...

    Caramel Crunch

    Our whole family has a sweet tooth, so this caramel-drizzled mix of popcorn, almonds and cereal goes quickly. My "off-limits"...


    Greek Seasoning

    Can't find Greek seasoning at the grocery store? Our Test Kitchen home economists came up with their own rendition of...


    Lemon-Blueberry Oat Muffins

    These yummy oatmeal muffins showcase juicy blue berries and zesty lemon flavor. "They're a perfect mid-morning snack," says Jamie Brown...


    Swedish Spritz

    A touch of almond extract gives these spritz wonderful flavor. For Christmas, you could tint half of the dough with...


    Fudge-Filled Dessert Strips

    This family favorite was handed down to me by my mother, and everyone who tastes the flaky chocolate-filled strips asks...


    White Chocolate Cereal Clusters

    Just three ingredients and 3 minutes in the microwave are all it takes to make the season bright with this...