DIY Holiday Foodie Gifts {10 Fun Ideas}

Last year I estimate 60% of the gifts given out by our family during the holidays were either handmade or homemade.  An effort I plan to do again this year.  I find it fun, thinking and brainstorming up items that our friends and family will enjoy, and even better, its feels good to give a loved one something that really means something.

I've been browsing websites and blogs to find some of the most creative foodie ideas for 2012.  Here is my Top 10.  I hope you enjoy and better yet make some of these.

Oh and P.S.

If you are one of the lucky ones invited to my holiday dinner party this year, you may, just receive one of these as a door prize, or have the chance to purchase them for yourself!

Chocolate Mocha Sauce

Need I say more?  It's simple to melt these ingredients together, and ever simpler to package it up as a gift.  I wonder if you could make enough to bathe in it?



Roasted Spiced Almonds

I think everyone loves a good nut.  Spiced?  Even better.  A little decorative packaging takes this gift to a whole 'nother level.  A great stocking stuffer idea.

Blueberry Pecan Pancake Mix

I'm a bit of a pancake snob.  I take the time to make them homemade at least once a week {we love pancakes in our house}.  I'll often double the batch and freeze them for quick breakfasts.  This mix sounds awesome.  Blueberries.  Pecans.  Heaven.

 

Bellini Kit

I almost died when I saw this one.  Champagne?  Homemade fruit puree?  In a fun ice bucket?  Yes, please!  Give this on Christmas Eve, so it can be used up promptly Christmas morning.

Homemade Holiday Treat Bags

I love the simplicity of these bags, with a simple holiday touch.  Plus, brown bags are inexpensive and so are the pine needles I can get out of my front yard.  Double bonus.

Eggnog Bread

I admit, I'm not a big eggnog drinker, because during the holidays if I'm relaxed and wanting a fun drink I'll usually go for beer or wine.  But, I do love the smell and taste of it.  I can only imagine how moist and flavorful it makes baked goods. This bread is on my list to make.  Stat.

Spanish Rub Mix

Rubba, dub, dub!  I think making our own spice varieties is a TON better than buying pre-made ones.  You never know how much salt or other additives are in them.  This would be great on chicken, fish or steak.  Even sprinkled on pastas or cheese bread!



Take-No-Prisoners Hot Sauce
I love spicy food.  My whole family does.  Gosh, I hope my kids do someday as well.  They might be disowned if they don't.  This hot sauce looks incredibly easy to make and do even get me started on how cute these bottles are.

Cheddar Herb Bread Mix

Any time we are eating soup or pasta, I think we HAVE to have some sort of bread to go along with it.  It is most certainly not the rule, but very much enjoyed when we have a "dunker" to clean up the last drippings of soup or sauce on our plate.  I have a feeling this bread would do just fine.

Sleeves of Cookie Dough

I actually did give this idea away last year {although, mine didn't look as cute}.  We are bogged down with every Christmas cookie under the sun during December, but what happens in February when we want a cookie?  This frozen cookie dough is what happens.  You'll be happy you received it as a gift back during the holidays.

So, tell me.  In the comments tell me which of my Top 10 DIY Holiday Foodie Gifts is your favorite.  If I reach 30 comments, I'll pick a random winner for a fun holiday gift.

30 comments people!

Which is your favorite?