10 Festive Holiday Snacks to Pack as Gifts for Loved Ones

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Christmas is the perfect time to spread a little holiday cheer – and what better way to do so with some homemade snacks as gifts for your loved ones? Everyone loves a thoughtful gift, and there is not many gifts that show your love than putting work into making something delicious for people you love. These homemade holiday snacks are a sweet way to show how much you care. You can gift these to your friends, family, or neighbors – and they’ll be so grateful. So, let’s take a look!

Orange Shortbread

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Cookies make for the perfect gift and if you’re making a cookie box, these orange shortbread have to make the cute. They’re cute, easy to make, and just festive enough to put everyone in Christmas-y feels! Full recipe: Orange Shortbread

Dark Chocolate Truffles with Caramel

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If you don’t want to show up at a Christmas party empty handed – bring these dark chocolate truffles with caramel! They’re rich and decadent and make for the perfect gift that everyone will love. Full recipe: Dark Chocolate Truffles with Caramel

Caramel Corn

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This homemade caramel corn is so easy to make and so much fun to pack as gifts! It’s got the perfect crunch and anyone you give it to will definitely be ringing you up for the recipe. Full recipe: Caramel Corn

Honey Almond Granola

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Homemade granola is so much superior than the store brought version – so show your loved ones how thoughtful you are by packing some up in cute little jars and giving away as a gift. They’ll love the gesture and will have their breakfast sorted! Full recipe: Honey Almond Granola

Chocolate Almond Biscotti

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Biscotti is not that difficult to make as you might think it is – and this chocolate almond biscotti is my proof! You can pack these up in cute festive bags and give away as a gift for anyone to enjoy. Full recipe: Chocolate Almond Biscotti

Date Oatmeal Cookies

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Let’s be real – there is no better gift than homemade cookies and these date oatmeal ones will just take your cookie game up several notches! They’re easy to make, chewy, creamy, and so tasty. Anyone will love these! Full recipe: Date Oatmeal Cookies

Chocolate Bark

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This bark is the ultimate candy mashup – smooth chocolate, crunchy pretzels, roasted peanuts, and a drizzle of gooey caramel. It’s ridiculously easy to make, and looks so great as a gift packed in festive parchment paper and tied with little red bows. Full recipe: Chocolate Bark

Triple Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Another cookie recipe but this one is for the chocolate lover in your circle! These triple chocolate chip cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with three types of chocolate. Full recipe: Triple Chocolate Chip Cookies

Orange Chocolate Chip Muffins

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Muffins are another incredible homemade gift don’t take a lot of time but taste amazing! I have plenty of muffin recipes that you can gift but the current favorite is these delicious and tender orange chocolate chip muffins. Full recipe: Orange Chocolate Chip Muffins

Date Energy Balls

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These 5-minute date energy balls are naturally sweet, nut-free, and so satisfying. They’re perfect for anyone who wants to indulge in some guilt-free snacking! Full recipe: Date Energy Balls

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