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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    Chocolate Almond Crescents

    If you like chocolate-covered almonds, you’re in for a treat. These buttery, crumbly cookies make a thoughtful holiday gift. —Vicki...


    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...


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    Chocolate Peanut Butter Candy

    With only three ingredients, these chocolate-swirl treats take just moments to whip up! If you have little ones visiting for...


    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...


    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...

    Brownie Bourbon Bites

    Chocolate and chopped pecans flavor these simple, spirited treats. Make a double batch so you can give some as gifts...


    Cream-Style Soup Mix

    This easy soup mix is a wonderful substitute for canned cream soup in a recipe. It’s great to have on...


    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...

    Italian Herb Mix

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


    Walnut Chocolate Hearts

    I've been making these cute cookies with mom since I was a little girl. They're certainly one of my favorites...


    Cranberry Almond Coffee Cake

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


    Shortbread Ornament Cookies

    These buttery shortbread cookie ornaments are almost too pretty to eat! You can use cookie cutters in shapes of your...


    Dutch Letters

    Golden, flaky and filled with luscious almond paste, these S-shaped Dutch letters are a hit pastry in Iowa and Holland...


    Grandma’s Christmas Spice Cutouts

    My great-grandmother made these, and the tradition was passed down in the family—without a written recipe! My mother would always...

    Butterscotch Candy

    The old-fashioned flavor of these butterscotch candies appeals to kids of all ages. My family can't stop eating them!


    Cherry Pie Filling

    Homemade cherry pie filling will make your finished dessert burst with flavor, whether you use from-scratch or store-bought pie dough.


    Cran-Orange Streusel Muffins

    In less than 45 minutes, you can have a dozen hot and flavorful muffins on the table. They're very easy...


    Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread

    Chocolate chip zucchini bread is a delightful way to use up summer's surplus of zucchini, resulting in a moist, flavorful...


    Caramel Apple Crisp

    Caramel apple crisp takes less effort than a pie and it's just as tasty with vanilla ice cream! For a...


    Meringue Drops

    If you don't have time to pipe the meringue could be spooned into 2-in. circles. Extract flavorings could be added...