Savory holiday treats gift ideas

Need ideas of for easy homemade food gifts that you can give to friends, family & co-workers for Christmas and other holidays? Check out my hand-curated list for all kinds of ideas: sweet, savory, make-ahead, last-minute, in a jar, in cellophane bags, indulgent, healthy and more. There's something for everyone on your list - not just foodies! I've also included my best tips for making & packaging food gifts during the busy holiday season so you're not so stressed!

Dukkah, candied pepitas, preserved lemons, 3-seed crackers, vanilla and more! There's still time to give something homemade! Here are 15 savory ideas.

Prepare to win the “best guest” award!

Adapted from The Sweet Life in Paris Glazing the nuts with spices and adding a touch of sweetness, makes this the perfect nibble before dinner with an aperitif. I melt the butter in a large bowl, so I can do all the mixing in that bowl, making one less thing for me to wash as well. Note that the salt is added after the nuts are stirred, so it doesn’t dissolve. And be sure to use coarse salt, which has an appealing, crunchy texture and more delicate flavor than ordinary table salt.

Sweet, salty, and slightly spicy, this spiced nut recipe will quickly become a favorite. Serve these as a snack, appetizer or addition to charcuterie boards.

Mix up a yummy and festive treat with this sweet and salty Christmas snack mix. Perfect for munching on during the holidays or giving to friends.

Christmas Rolo Pretzel Candy Sandwiches - Two Ways! A little bit sweet, a little bit salty and oh so good! These pretzel candy sandwiches are a sweet treat. These Rolo pretzel sandwiches can be enjoyed all year long.

Forget cookies and candies—these homemade snacks, spreads and condiments are the perfect Christmas gifts for a savory food lover in your life.

Christmas Eve is all about snacks. This year, I'm making one savoury and one sweet. Christmas Eve Savoury Snack Mix is sure to curb your snack cravings!

These savory shortbread cookies are packed full of cheddar cheese, thyme, and pink peppercorns for a fun, savory twist on shortbread cookies. Perfect for entertaining, charcuterie boards, or as gifts!