When you’re stuck for ideas on what to get those nearest and dearest to you for Christmas, food gifts will always satisfy.
And if you have a sweet tooth in your life, it’s these treats you should be looking at.
We’ve taken the very best of Stay At Home Mum’s collection of gift-worthy sweet treats, and compiled them all in one place for your viewing, and drooling, pleasure.
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25 Recipe Ideas For Christmas Food Gifts
The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to spread joy and warmth than by giving the gift of delicious treats?
If you have a special someone with a sweet tooth in your life, consider these 25 Christmas food gifts that are sure to satisfy their cravings and add a touch of sweetness to their holiday celebrations.
1. Double Chocolate Caramel Christmas Slice
Share the love this season with our Double Chocolate Caramel Christmas Slice – a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of chocolate and the sweet allure of caramel in a perfect festive harmony. This delectable slice is a true celebration of Christmas sweetness, making it an ideal gift!
2. 3-Minute Dark Chocolate Fudge
For dark chocolate lovers, this 3-Minute Dark Chocolate Fudge is satisfying like you wouldn’t believe. It offers super smooth chocolate flavour with a decent amount of depth that will make anyone wonder if it’s really homemade.
3. Candied Popcorn
Popcorn is a perennial favourite, but Candied Popcorn is something else entirely. With a caramelised crunch that will blow you away, don’t be surprised if your friends and family are actually requesting this as a gift for years to come.
4. Christmas Pudding Balls
Not only are these Christmas Pudding Balls adorably themed, they’re also surprisingly simple to put together. They make for a wonderful Christmas food gift that is sure to get both giver and receiver in the Christmas mood.
5. Mars Bar Slice
The Mars Bar is such an Aussie choccie, and this Mars Bar Slice is probably one of the best ways to celebrate it. Around Christmas, it makes a wonderful Christmas food gift for just about any household.
6. Barbara’s Rocky Road
Barbara’s Rocky Road recipe is probably one of the best we’ve ever come across. Chunky but not overwhelming, the resulting treat is more than enough to curb Christmas cravings, which makes it a wonderful present.
7. Apricot Balls
Christmas falls in summer in Australia, which is the peak of stone fruit season. These Apricot Balls are a relevant and well-timed food gift, making the most of those Aussie summer flavours. Yum!
8. Christmas Tree Meringues
My kids love these little Christmas Tree Meringues. We package them up and give them to the primary school teachers every year and they love them!
The cornflour keeps them soft and spongy on the inside and light and crisp on the outside.
9. Homemade Turkish Delight
Not everyone likes Turkish Delight, but those who do like it will absolutely love this Homemade Turkish Delight. It’s super sweet and super smooth, with lots of nutty treasures hidden inside. Definitely a great Christmas gift!
10. Cinnamon Roasted Almonds
We don’t often get into the toasted nut traditions of a winter Christmas, but that doesn’t mean someone won’t love to receive these Cinnamon Roasted Almonds. They are crunchy and spicy in the best possible way, and they’re a fantastic not-too-sweet gift.
11. Homemade Strawberry Jam
We have a lot of respect for people who make their own jam, and so do many others. So, you’re guaranteed to impress if you rock up to a gift-giving with a few jars of this Homemade Strawberry Jam to share with your friends and family.
12. Christmas Crack
So I would like to suggest a cooking or baking activity that kids will enjoy making and the recipe for that is this Christmas Crack! The kids can help you make this and they can gift this to close friends, for aunt, for grandpa., for their cousins or teachers! Who wouldn’t love these!
13. Cookie Mix In A Jar
People do have a tendency to overindulge at Christmas time, and if you give baked cookies, there’s often no choice but to eat them quickly. However, giving a Cookie Mix In A Jar means your recipient can choose when they want to enjoy your lovely gift.
14. White Chocolate Christmas Bark
To us, Christmas Bark is a quintessential part of the Christmas celebration, and this White Chocolate Christmas Bark is a great re-imagining of an old classic. With lots of wonderful flavours and a hit of amazing textures, this is definitely going to be a winner.
Packaged in festive bags tied with holiday-themed ribbons, our White Chocolate Christmas Bark is a gift that not only tantalizes the taste buds but also ignites the spirit of joyful celebration.
15. Mini Mars Bar Christmas Puddings
Just when you didn’t think you could bring Mars Bars into any more Christmas treats, these Mini Mars Bar Christmas Puddings came along. Not only are they perfect for Christmas events, they make ideal Christmas food gifts as well.
16. Easy Peasy Reindeer Cookies
These charming cookies are not only a delight to the taste buds but also an adorable treat that brings the magic of Christmas to life. These cookies are a breeze to make, making them the perfect project for festive family baking sessions. Decorate each reindeer with chocolate pretzel antlers, candy eyes, and a bright red candy nose, bringing these sweet characters to life on your cookie sheet. Pack them in festive boxes or tie them with ribbon for a delightful gift that spreads holiday cheer.
17. Chocolate Hedgehog Slice
We love the humble hedgehog slice, and this Chocolate Hedgehog Slice is a particular favourite for us. We always make it around Christmas time, and we often whip up a massive batch to give away as gifts to various sweet tooths in our life. I’m pretty sure your family and friends would love to receive this too!
18. Best Chilli Chocolate Truffles Recipe
Whether you’ve made your own truffles before or not, these Chilli Chocolate Truffles are guaranteed to be a hit!
19. Spiced Cupcakes with Peanut Butter Frosting
If you don’t have big bucks or lots of time to spend on making gifts, but you’d like to be able to give everyone a little something, these Spiced Cupcakes with Peanut Butter Frosting are the answer. Really simple, but delightfully sweet – they’re a wonderful food gift.
20. Red Velvet Tim Tam Balls
Just when you thought there was no possible way to improve on Tim Tam Balls, we bring you Red Velvet Tim Tam Balls. The ultimately Aussie Christmas food gift, providing you don’t eat them all yourself!
21. Marshmallow Balls
Marshmallows find their way into a fair few Christmas treats, and these Marshmallow Balls are among them. Absolutely comforting in their taste and texture, these are winners with adults and children alike!
22. Christmas Tree Cookie Stacks
If you want to go traditional, you can’t go past these Christmas Sugar Cookies. They really are the spirit of Christmas, and they’re heaps of fun to make and decorate. The kids can definitely help too, for a cute and personalised food gift.
23. Honeycomb Toffee
Sweet, crunchy, and melts-in-your-mouth goodness. It doesn’t get much better than this Honeycomb Toffee, which is super easy to make and even easier to eat!
This as a gift idea is a total winner!
24. Nuts and Bolts Crunchy Snack Mix
Nuts and Bolts Crunchy Snack Mix is a delightful and versatile treat that is sure to become a favourite for snack enthusiasts of all ages. This delectable combination of flavours and textures brings together a medley of ingredients that will satisfy even the most discerning palate.
It’s a harmonious blend of crunchy elements that create a symphony of taste in every bite. The mix features a diverse array of nuts, each contributing its unique flavour.
A sought-after gift for sure!
25. Old English Toffee
Not everyone is a huge fan of toffee, but if you know a sweet tooth who is, this Old English Toffee is the gift to give. Sweet and indulgent, this is one gift that they’re going to be looking forward to every year!
This Christmas, delight the sweet tooth in your life with these 25 delectable food gifts. Whether it’s homemade treats, artisanal chocolates, or festive baked goods, these gifts are sure to bring joy and sweetness to the holiday season
Aren’t they sweet?
