March 28, 2016 Arshi Christmas Holidays 0

Shopping for Christmas can be very daunting, especially when you have a tight budget. The expenses involved during Christmas leave just a little room for buying expensive budget. And the kind of holiday it is, visiting friends and families without gifts can be a tad embarrassing.

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Making homemade gifts is definitely a frugal idea, but can be time-consuming as well. During Christmas, you need something that can be assembled in a jiffy. So what is the solution?

Homemade food gifts, packed in colorful containers and wrappers are always appreciated. You can whip them in no time, and it will keep you within the budget too! So delight your friends and family with these yummy food gifts.  From bread to chocolate bark to candies, we have got a variety of gifts for your friends and relatives. Have a look below!

1.Golden Honey Granola:

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Brown sugar complements the tangy cranberries very well in this addictive cereal mix. Ensure that you wrap them in a beautiful jar.

  1. Snow Globe Cookie Jar:

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These jars look just like the decorative snow globe jars. But do not use your old tin for gifting these truffles. There will look fantastic only in transparent, plastic jars.

  1. Salsa Verde Gift:

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We are 100% sure that the recipient of this gift will use it on the same day itself.

  1. Meyer Lemon-Orange Bitters:

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Do you find making bitters a laborious task? No more. Here’s an easy way to make orange bitter. Just ensure that you used the highest quality ingredients possible, like top-shelf vodka and unwaxed organic citrus.

  1. Caramel Candies:

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These salty, butter and delicious confectioneries taste rich and when packed the same way, will look extravagant. Attention to detail is critical when making these candies.

  1. Let It Snow Cotton Candy Jar:

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Who does not love cotton candies? It’s enjoyed not just by kids, but also by adults and oldies. And it looks just like snow, which is making it look even more festive.

  1. Christmas Pop Bottle Gift Set:

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This gift is best for friends who are traveling home for the holidays. Involve your children in making this pop bottle gift set.

  1. Cookie Dough Tins:

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How cute do these look to you? Very cute, right?

  1. Vanilla Extract:

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This gift will be very useful for the housewives and chefs in the making. The jar looks a bit boring, but you can customize it as per your liking.

  1. Coconut-Pistachio Biscotti:

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Don’t they look elegant? Cornmeal in these biscotti will add a crumbly texture to these Italian cookies while olives will give a pleasant fruitiness.

  1. The Reindeer Food:

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This Christmas snack gift would make a perfect gift for the young members of your family. This reindeer food is gooey and crunchy at the same time and can be made in minutes.

  1. Holiday Season Sweet Jar:

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Make a quick and inexpensive gift by placing cocoa mix in a clear jar and fill the sides with marshmallows and peppermint. Finish it with a red bow.

  1. M&M Cookie Mix In A Jar:

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The best and also the easiest way for you to spread Christmas cheer is by send M&M and cookie mix in a well-decorated jar. If you want, you can even add the wet ingredients.

  1. Buttermilk Pancake Mix:

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If you want the last minute and hassle-free gift, go for this buttermilk pancake mix. You will find the ingredients required for this pancake mix easily at your grocery store.

  1. Dark Chocolate Vegan Truffles:

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These vegan chocolate truffles are as good as you can get from chocolates. Finish the truffles by coating them with cocoa butter or roll in crushed pistachios or almonds.

  1. Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie Mix:

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No guest, we repeat, no guest would dislike this gift. Just look how beautiful it looks. But to achieve the perfection, you need to make it the same way. It would make a perfect gift for your neighbors, friends or teachers.

  1. Christmas Cookie Decoration Kit:

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Cookie decoration activity is an excellent way to keep the little one busy during Santa. So if you have someone with young kids, gift them this cookie decoration coloring sheet.

  1. Brownie Mix:

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Brownies taste great all year round, not just during Christmas. So this brownie mix jar would make a great gift. Do not forget to top the jar off with nuts and white and dark chocolate chips.

  1. Candy Bar Pretzel Bites:

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  1. Mini Pie Parcel:

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These mini parcels of the pie will make a great parting gift. You are free to make the fillings any way you like.

  1. Reindeer Christmas Mason Jar Gift Idea:

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If you want a creative and easy Christmas gift idea, then this mason jar gift would be perfect for you. You can customize it as per your liking.

  1. Gift In A Jar:

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These look incredibly beautiful and lovely. Preparation will be a bit cumbersome, but it will be worth every effort.

  1. Creamy M&M Mints:

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These little mints will melt in your mouth and will cause extreme happiness to your child. It requires no baking and are fun to make.

  1. Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Almonds:

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Why we love this recipe? Because it has dark chocolate. And secondly, because it requires just four ingredients. And the sweet and salty combination will make your recipient drool.

  1. Hot Chocolate On A Stick:

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Believe me, this hot chocolate on a stick is way more delicious than it looks. It’s best served with a cup of almond milk.

  1. Mug Cake:

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You can write the instructions on the jar, using a marker or write on a card and tie around the jar.

  1. Peppermint Crunch Puppy Chow:

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Here’s a sweet snack mix made with candy canes and white chocolate. It’s best for gifting in the holiday season. Fill in cellophane or plastic jar and it’s ready to present.

  1. Snowman On A Stick:

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These super cute create can be made in minutes.

  1. Oreo Elf Feet:

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This food gift is super cute and festive. They are screaming Christmas.

  1. Peppermint Lollipop Cupcakes:

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These are the most adorable cupcakes ever. And you don’t even have to be a cupcake expert to make them.

  1. Chocolate Peppermint Cupcakes:

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The ingredients used in this cupcake sound delicious, and it looks beautiful too. But make them only on the day of presenting.

  1. S’mores In A Stick:

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These look so so so cute! Dip them in white, dark or any chocolate you like to create a yummy gift.

  1. Christmas Tree Rice Krispie Treat Pops:

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What do you think about these Christmas tree Rice Krispies treat pops? Don’t they look splendid?

  1. Hot Chocolate Spoons:

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If your friend is a hot chocolate lover, gift him or her this hot chocolate spoon. These spoons are easy to make, fun to eat and will help beat the winter blues.

  1. Reindeer Cake Pops:

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Here’s another cute gifting idea for you. Make it especially for the children of your friends.

  1. Peppermint Hot Chocolate Granola Bars:

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Yes, you read that right. This granola bar contains peppermint and chocolate.

  1. White Chocolate Coated Marshmallows:

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These mouthwatering marshmallows will make anyone’s heart melt.

  1. Peppermint Hot Cocoa:

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Your friends will fall in love with this festive twist on hot cocoa. And it’s one of the most inexpensive gifts ever.

  1. Curried Lentil Soup:

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This gift will come handy during the cold, winter nights. And it’s a nice break from the sugar laden gifts.

  1. S’mores Snack Mix:

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Mini marshmallows? Could there be anything better than that? And it looks so cute!