DIY Holiday Gifts

Shopping days are dwindling! Take some stress out of the holidays by skipping the crowded shops and head straight to your kitchen to create handmade, meaningful gifts this year. It will be much more enjoyable than fighting over parking spots and waiting in long check-out lines. The feedfeed community has dozens of unique DIY holiday treats for all of your gifting needs.

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Baking

These Mini Banana Bundt Cakes with Chocolate Drizzle by @fareisle make the sweetest gifts. If you don't have a mini Bundt pan, you could bake these in cupcake trays and package them in individual treat boxes.

A few more of our favorite baked holiday gifts:

Spiced Gingerbread Biscotti by @wearsmanyhats

Candied Blood Orange Shortbread Cookies by @northdixekitchen

Confections

Candy making doesn't have to be difficult. Whether you are a pro at caramel, or just a beginner, we have wonderful recipes for everyone! We love these Peppermint Meltaways by @Now_forager because they have just four ingredients, and only take a few minutes to prepare. They're also adorable when dusted with powdered sugar snow!

A few more of our favorite holiday confections:

Mulled Cider Lollipops by @sprinkledsideup

Milk Chocolate Pecan Cups by @littleepicurean

Hot Cocoa!

Kids will love these S nowmen Marshmallows by @iamafoodblog that will melt before their eyes when added to cocoa. Package them with homemade hot cocoa mix and individual hot chocolate spoons (see below)!

A few more of our favorite Hot Cocoa gifts:

Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix by @confessionsofacleanfoodie

Hot Chocolate Spoons by @theswirlingspoon

Savory Items

Savory food items make for great gifts because they can be enjoyed long after the holidays are over.These Preserved Lemons by @mydarlinglemonthyme add depth of flavor to stews, dips and even pastas.

A few more of our favorite savory holiday gifts:

Swiss Chard and Walnut Pesto by @small_eats

Bacon Sriracha Jam by @sinfullysabrina

For the Mixologist

Stock the bar with handmade items this year. These Brandy or Rye Soaked Cranberries by @colljeffers are perfect for the whiskey aficionado in your life.

A few more of our favorite bar-themed gifts:

Irish Cream Liqueur by @themodernproper

Pear Infused Brandy by @masonshaker

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