So another holiday shopping season is here and you just can’t decide what to give certain people on your list. Sure there are the readily available gift cards and a plethora of generic presents for sale everywhere which while appreciated, can lack your personal touch. So this year, why not think about making some sweet and savory goodies from my healthier Edible Gifts Collection which are super-fun to make…especially if you have some ‘lil chefs around that would love to help!
Consider wrapping crunchy Choco-Chunk Cherry Oatmeal Jumbles or Baby Brownie Biscotti in a lovely piece of cloth you have leftover from a craft project.
And did you know you can still be imaginative while remaining frugal with your gift wrapping? You can create the most beautiful packages by recycling cardboard boxes and using up small pieces of wrapping paper, tissue and ribbon. Your brightly decorated boxes will become convenient holders for Double Chocolate Fudge Squares, PB & J Oatie Muffins or Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins.
Or scour the discount stores for inexpensive mason jars which are super-functional plus will look pretty holding Breakfast Power Bites, Chewy Peanut Butter Choco-Chip Cookies or Pack ‘n Go Granola. Simply finish your lovely reusable container with a square of pretty holiday fabric, a strand of colorful ribbon and you’re done.
A brightly colored bowl with a lid is a perfect choice to hold healthy munchies such as everyone’s favorite Dark Chocolate Bark, Honey Bear Granola Bars, or delicious and versatile Apple-Pear Cranberry Chutney.
Look for sales at your local craft stores for festive holiday napkins and dish towels which make convenient wrappers for a freshly-baked loaf of Cinnamon Streusel Bread, Chocolate-Chocolate Chip Bread or Pumpkin-Apple Coffeecake.
My Favorite Edible Holiday Gifts
Coming to the Blog: A beautiful salad for Christmas and all your holiday entertaining
Happy Holidays!
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I invite you to visit my Recipe Collections where lots of goodies such as goodies such as Edible Gifts, Favorite Crockpot Dishes, Winter Dishes, Favorite Poultry Dishes, Pack ‘n Go Lunch Favorites, Pudge-Busting Dishes, Dinners in a Flash, Freezer-Friendly Meals, and Healthier Indulgences are awaiting your discovery!
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Linda Shapiro, Meal Planning Maven
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