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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    Chili Snack Mix

    Barb Gustison of Quincy, Illinois writes, “I remember my mother making chili mix in place of cookies for bake sales....


    White Chocolate Fudge

    You'll savor the sweetness of this white chocolate fudge. It calls for minimal prep time and readily available ingredients, just...


    Chocolate Turtles

    There's nothing slow about these turtles—they're so rich and delicious they go in a hurry around our house! They also...


    Semisweet Chocolate Pinwheel Cookies

    Chocolate and vanilla provide a delightful contrast in their flavor and appearance. —Nancy Arevalo, Brookfield, Wisconsin


    Peppermint Patties

    My family loves these refreshing candies. At Christmastime, I like to add a few drops of green food coloring to...


    Mama’s Million-Dollar Fudge

    No other fudge I've tasted comes close to the smooth, chocolate taste of this million-dollar fudge recipe, which my mother-in-law...


    Chocolate-Coated Pretzels

    These pretty pretzels are simple to make and are great gifts any time of the year. —Virginia Chronic, Robinson, Illinois


    Ribbon Fantasy Fudge

    I developed this recipe especially for my husband, who likes anything that has chocolate and peanut butter together!

    Monster Caramel Apples

    Our Test Kitchen used Karen Ann Bland's delicious recipe for caramel apples and added fun ingredients to make these special...


    White Chocolate Cranberry Bread

    Tangy cranberries complement the appealing vanilla-citrus flavor of this quick bread shared by Ruth Burrus, a field editor from Zionsville,...


    Ribbon Icebox Cookies

    Three ribbons of flavor—cherry, chocolate and poppy seed—combine into one tender Neapolitan-style cookie. My mom made these when we were...


    Spicy Oatmeal Cookie Mix

    Brown sugar and spice and everything nice—like cinnamon, coconut, oats and chips—are layered together in pretty jars of yummy, ready-to-bake...


    Jalapeno Cranberry Chutney

    This crimson-colored chutney from our Test Kitchen staff makes a tongue-tingling Christmas gift. Serve it with crackers as an appetizer...


    White Christmas Fudge

    This smooth, sweet fudge from Paula Truksa of Jewett, Texas is loaded with nuts and chewy fruit and would be...


    Mother Lode Pretzels

    I brought these savory-sweet pretzels to a family gathering, and they disappeared from the dessert tray before dessert was even...


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    Apple Turnovers

    Apple turnovers are the sweetest (not to mention the easiest) way to enjoy the flavors of an apple pie without...


    Halloween Chocolate Lollipops

    "Kids really love the spooky shapes of these lollipops, and the vanilla and chocolate coatings make a pretty pair," says...

    Scary Eyeballs

    Kids will squeal with delight at the sight of these eyeball treats. But the peanut butter flavor is the best...


    Pumpkin Seed Cranberry Biscotti

    Hints of pumpkin seed and almond give this biscotti recipe a wonderful flavor that's just right for fall. Try one...


    Cream Wafers

    Wafers with cream are the perfect snack-sized dessert!


    Magic Wands

    These fun and colorful wands don't need to be made by a magician to be magical. You can change the...


    Jack-o’-Lantern Pops

    As soon as they see these pumpkin pops, your little ghouls’ and goblins’ faces will light right up. —Clara Coulson...


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    Lemon Biscotti

    Our lemon biscotti recipe creates cookies with the perfect texture and crunch. Serve these lemony delights with your daily coffee...

    Almond Paste

    Skip the store-bought almond paste. This almond paste recipe is simple and has a lovely almond flavor and texture.


    Zesty Salt Substitute

    Folks on a low-sodium diet will fall for this salt substitute. I usually double the recipe because it beautifully seasons...


    Cinnamon-Orange Honey Butter

    This is such a delicious butter spread for afternoon tea or with a dessert bread. Just mix it up and...


    Cranberry Swirl Biscotti

    A friend of mine, who is known for her excellent cookies, shared this recipe with me. The mix of cranberries...


    Italian Herb Mix

    This mix is not only good in spaghetti sauce, but is great in meatloaf, salad dressings, eggplant dishes, sauteed chicken...


    Cranberry Almond Coffee Cake

    "Cranberries add a delightful tartness to this coffee cake that is a Christmas morning tradition for my family," writes Anne...