This year we can all use a little cheer. Make it a season to remember for your family and friends with homemade edible Christmas gifts. From salty to sweet recipes, we’ve found treats to suit everyone’s taste buds. Wrap them in individual bags with a note attached and easily deliver your gifts to friends’ and families’ doorsteps. They’re guaranteed to spread joy and put a smile on any face.
Christmas Reindeer “Crack”
“Sweet and salty goodness! Perfect snack for the holiday time.” – Carol
Butternuts
“These are my most requested cookies. I usually make at least 500 of these at Christmas. It’s a very simple recipe but packed with lots of flavor!” – Denise
English Toffee
“This is my favorite candy. If you like a Heath bar, this is even better. I make it nearly every year for Christmas.” – Melanie
Chubby Hubby Bars
“These are sweet and salty and very addicting!” – Kristin
Chocolate Pecan Coffee Fudge
“Chocolate and coffee go great together. Add a few nuts and you have a great bite size piece of yumminess!” – Barbara
Tiny Pecan Pies
“My grandmother used to make these for most family dinners and now my sister does the honors. We love them and they go fast when put out on the dessert table during the holidays. You will love the buttery crust and rich filling.” – Kathy
Chewy Molasses Cookies
“These Chewy Molasses cookies are a classic cookie sprinkled with Christmas spirit. They are perfectly spiced and taste of the holidays.” – Debbie
Mini Chocolate Raspberry Rum Cakes
“These are always a big hit with family and friends. They make great gifts too.” – Lisa
Holiday Gifting Ricotta Egg Biscuits
“My mother always made these on holidays. She would wrap them in festive cellophane paper and tie them with ribbons adding Hershey Kisses between spaces on the plate!” – Sandra
Caramel Sauce Recipe
“Velvety smooth, melt-in-your-mouth homemade caramel sauce that is so easy to make!” – Kevin
Ivory Fudge
“This is a fudge I used to make at Christmas when I owned my own shop. It was so popular that after the second year, I sold it by request only because it was that good.” – Judy
Chocolate Peppermint Cookies
“These cookies are so yummy. They’re chocolaty and minty. A cookie that is soft, chewy, and gooey!” – Annamaria
Real Deal Irish Shortbread Cookies
“I was given this recipe many years ago by a little old Irish woman I know. It far surpasses any other shortbread I have ever eaten. Even after a trip to Ireland! Melt in your mouth delicious!” – Laura
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Truffles
“One bite wonders! I made the truffles ahead of time and then placed 3 truffles in a cellophane bag and then tied it off with a festive Christmas ribbon.” – Tambi
Thick and Rich Hot Fudge Sauce
“This hot fudge is so simple to whip up. So yummy on so many things – like a drizzle on my chocolate fudge cupcakes, on ice cream, in sundaes, on fruit, or use in trifles, the list is endless. So easy to store too.” – Wendy
Baileys Irish Coffee Cream Fudge
“Very smooth and silky fudge. I like to make this recipe and my other Baileys Irish Cream fudge and give as gifts because they are both wonderful flavors. All my friends love this fudge!” – Heather M.
Brown Family Butter Cookies
“My mother-in-law used to make these cookies every Christmas. She gave me her recipe back in 1988. Sadly, she passed away in 1993. I waited until last year to try them myself. Not sure why. They are very tasty and fun to make.” – Patti
Walnut Butter Crunch-Annette’s
“The best Christmas candy you will ever eat. Aside from being with family and what the holiday season means, this is the reason I look forward to Christmas the most.” – Annette
Amish Pumpkin Bread
“I have made this several times. This recipe makes two delicious loaves of spicy pumpkin bread.” – Randi
Reese’s Peanut Butter Cookie Bar
“I love the recipes I’ve found on Just A Pinch. I’ve made this recipe twice and now have to share the recipe with others. Thank you ladies for your great recipes. Hope you enjoy!” – Mary
Nana’s Rum Balls
“I know there are plenty of recipes for rum balls on here, but my recipe box just wouldn’t be right if I didn’t add Nana’s. They are the most requested treat from the adults during the holidays. Lol, I wonder why…” – Deneece
Spicy Pecan Praline Caramel
“This salty & sweet Cajun inspired caramel will leave you craving more!” – Melissa
Old-Fashioned Peanut Brittle
“Old-Fashioned Peanut Brittle recipe made by my dad every holiday. This can be made one month ahead of time.” – Shelley
Graham Cracker Pieces
“I got this recipe from my sister. Toffee-like without the chocolate!” – Susan
Marion’s Spritz Cookies
“Spritz cookies have a colourful history, come in all shapes, and all of my grandchildren have taken their turns making them, while still in their preschool years.” – Maureen
Spiced Whiskey Apple Butter
“This apple butter is warm and spicy and enhanced with the flavor of your favorite whiskey. (Bourbon works just fine, too). Of course, it’s great on toast, muffins, bagels and anywhere else that you would use apple butter.” – Naomi