Edible Gift Ideas For the Festive Season

Instead of going out and buying something, spend some time in the kitchen baking or cooking something delicious and personalised for a friend or family member. They will be so appreciative and love that you went the extra mile. We’ve rounded up some edible gifts that would make someone very happy this festive season.

Festive Sweet Treats

Spread some Christmas cheer with these edible gift ideas.

Christmas Cupcakes

Nothing says ‘Merry Christmas’ better than these festive-themed cupcakes.

Recipe for Christmas Cupcakes

Celebration Chocolate Wreath Cake

Christmas personified – this Celebration Chocolate Wreath Cake is enough to get anyone in the festive mood.

Recipe for Celebration Chocolate Wreath Cake

Cranberry Loaf with White Choc Cream Cheese Drizzle

Cranberry and white chocolate goodness in a delicious festive loaf.

Recipe for Cranberry Loaf with White Choc Cream Cheese Drizzle

Turkish Delight & Olive Oil Shortbread

A pretty and sophisticated spin on a classic shortbread cookie. The addition of dried rose petals make this gift extra special.

Recipe for Turkish Delight & Olive Oil Shortbread

Cherry Crumble Bars

Cherry lovers will adore these fruity and delicious Cherry Crumble Bars.

Recipe for Cherry Crumble Bars

Red Velvet Petit Fours

Boxed and ready to eat. Look no further for the perfect edible gift idea.

Recipe for Red Velvet Petit Fours

Moerkoffie Cookies

We have something for coffee addicts and biscuit lovers – the ideal treat to dunk in your morning cuppa.

Recipe for Moerkoffie Cookies

Cumin & Cinnamon Spiced Dark Chocolate Truffles

These chocolaty delights are the ideal gift for friends that love a bit of spice.

Recipe for Cumin & Cinnamon Spiced Dark Chocolate Truffles


Shortbread Gift Ideas

Shortbread is a classic Christmas tradition. We’ve played around with some variations on the classic recipe that are easy to make and fun to eat.

Bacon Shortbread

A quirky riff on the classic – whomever gets gifted these will be a happy chap.

Recipe for Bacon Shortbread

Classic Shortbread

Classic for a reason – you can’t go wrong with the original.

Recipe for Classic Shortbread

Vanilla & Almond Shortbread

This shortbread is so easy to make and is a classic festive season gift.

Recipe for Vanilla & Almond Shortbread

Buttery Pistachio & Almond Biscuits

This is a LCHF take on regular shortbread. It is so rich and nutty – you only need one biscuit to curb any sweet craving.

Recipe for Buttery Pistachio & Almond Biscuits


Sweet Sauces & Condiments

Bakers will love these sweet sauces and condiments. Perfect for drizzling over baked goodies or eating straight out the jar.

gift idea

Easy Lemon Curd

A zingy curd that is perfect dolloped onto fresh scones or used to fill a cake or cupcakes.

Recipe for Lemon Curd

Homemade Salted Caramel Sauce

Serve warm over ice-cream, apple crumble, overnight oats or a spongy pud.

Recipe for Homemade Salted Caramel Sauce


Chocolate Surprises

There is something about receiving chocolate as a gift that truly makes one feel special.

Date Bark with Pecans & Hazelnuts

Chocolaty and oh so nutty! This homemade date bark is a delightfully indulgent yet healthier snack that’s super simple to make.

Recipe for Date Bark with Pecans & Hazelnuts

Billionaire Bars

Shortbread topped with caramel and dark chocolate ganache. Add a bottle of Krone to take this chocolaty gift idea over the top.

Recipe for Billionaire Bars

Chocolate Orange Dipped Madeleines

Imagine how pleased you’d be opening up a box of these on Christmas Day? Warning: they won’t last ’til lunch!

Recipe for Chocolate Orange Dipped Madeleines

Dipped & Dusted Chocolate Orange Gin-infused Truffles

These citrus and gin-infused truffles are rich, decadent and make for a beautiful gift!

Recipe for Chocolate Orange Gin-infused Truffles


Savoury Gift Ideas

Many people don’t have a sweet tooth, so these savoury gift ideas won’t make them feel left out of the festivities.

Cherry Chutney

This is such a treat and a delicious addition to a festive cheeseboard. Add some Camembert and savoury biscuits to the gift box if you like.

Recipe for Cherry Chutney

Lemon & Rocket Pesto

A delicious homemade pesto that is good drizzled on literally anything!

Recipe for Lemon & Rocket Pesto

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