The recipe collection includes all of my favorite food-based gift ideas, perfect for last minute presents! Check out some homemade jarred items, candies, cookie box inspiration, and more.
DIY Food Gifts: Table of Contents
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I hate the phrase "last-minute gifts" since it comes with so much implied pressure (and companies begin using it in marketing language by December 1st). By when are we supposed to have all holiday gifts purchased by - is there a deadline?!
However. One could say today's post consists of a myriad of last-minute gift ideas that are in one of my favorite categories - consumables. Consumable items are clutter-free and very rarely go to waste. Especially when we lean into nonperishable items (or very long shelf life items, a few of which are featured below).
If you really love minimalist gifting, feel free to head over to Instagram to check out my complete round up of clutter-free gift ideas.
For good measure, I've also included an assortment of holiday cookie recipes, just for further holiday inspiration. If the idea of a cookie box seems daunting (I feel like it kind of is?), then maybe try making a batch of these just to have on hand - I promise the recipe are all very straightforward (and crowd-pleasing). And who would say no to a nice plate of holiday cookies?
Gifts in a Jar
Tip: When searching for a jar to put a gift in, start with your own pantry. I often like to wash out emptied jars from the grocery store - it's an eco-friendly way to avoid needing to buy a set of Mason jars.
![side view of a jar with baklava butter on a slate table](https://eap87dogbb3.exactdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/baklava-butter-2-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&fit=683%2C1024&ssl=1)
![mason jar filled with vegan hot cocoa mix, topped with chocolate chips and marshmallows](https://eap87dogbb3.exactdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/hot-chocolate-mix-2.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&fit=683%2C1024&ssl=1)
![glass jar of banana bread granola on a tray next to a glass of milk](https://eap87dogbb3.exactdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/banana-bread-granola-1.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&fit=683%2C1024&ssl=1)
![side view of glass ball jar labeled " apple cider syrup" next to an antique silver fork](https://eap87dogbb3.exactdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/apple-cider-syrup-2.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&fit=683%2C1024&ssl=1)
![rosemary spiced nuts in a silver spoon](https://eap87dogbb3.exactdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/rosemary-spiced-nuts-new-feat.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&fit=683%2C1024&ssl=1)
![jar of homemade chili crisp with a wooden spoon sticking out](https://eap87dogbb3.exactdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/chili-crisp-redo-3.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&fit=683%2C1024&ssl=1)
![jar of vegan cookie mix on a marble table ties with a bow](https://garlic-head.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/cookie-jar-gift-2-scaled.jpg)
Holiday Cookies Recipes for a Box
Like I said above, you can choose to add these to a box assortment or, for an easier path, just pick one to bring with you this holiday!
![vegan biscotti sitting on top of a white cup of coffee](https://eap87dogbb3.exactdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/cranberry-pistachio-biscotti-4.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&fit=683%2C1024&ssl=1)
![five vegan linzer cookies on a marble board next to a Christmas tree](https://eap87dogbb3.exactdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/linzers-3-scaled.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&fit=683%2C1024&ssl=1)
![hands rolling a walnut snowball in powdered sugar](https://garlic-head.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/walnut-snowballs-scaled.jpg)
![These Homemade Fig Newtons are a simple recipe that comes together quickly with fig jam and whole wheat flour. This is a healthy vegan cooke recipe for the fig-lovers in your life.Â](https://eap87dogbb3.exactdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/fig-newtons-1.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&fit=683%2C1024&ssl=1)
![tates cookies with chocolate and a glass of almond milk](https://eap87dogbb3.exactdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/tates-chocolate-chip-cookies-crispy-thin-dessert-healthy-vegan-plant-based-4.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&fit=737%2C1024&ssl=1)
![tray of vegan peanut butter jam thumbprint cookies](https://eap87dogbb3.exactdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/pb-thumbprints-new-feat.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&fit=683%2C1024&ssl=1)
Simple Candy Recipes (No Thermometer)
These are not "true" candies, but I find they evoke similar feelings of nostalgia and are just fun to make and receive.
![6 almond joy date truffles on a white background](https://eap87dogbb3.exactdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/FullSizeRender-3.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&fit=671%2C1024&ssl=1)
![chocolate peppermint patty candy with a mint leaf](https://eap87dogbb3.exactdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/peppermint-patties-no-bake-vegan-york-gluten-free-candy-homemade-recipe-2.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&fit=683%2C1024&ssl=1)
![black try with chewy homemade sour patch kids candy on top](https://eap87dogbb3.exactdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/sour-patch-kids-6.jpg?strip=all&lossy=1&fit=683%2C1024&ssl=1)
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