The Complete Guide to Homemade Holiday Food Gifts

October 27, 2009
Photo: Lee Harrelson; Styling: Virginia Cravens
From savory breads and spicy sauces to decorated cookies and festive cakes, these easy and creative recipes will inspire you to prepare delectable gifts from the kitchen this holiday season.
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Holiday Bread Winners

Photo: Alison Miksch; Styling: Lydia Degaris Pursell
Holiday Bread Winners
From rum-laced banana bread to mini cranberry panettone, sweet tea and yeast breads make perfect holiday gifts.
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Chocolate Holiday Gifts

Photo: Jonny Valiant; Styling: Blake Ramsey Murray
Chocolate Holiday Gifts
Give the gift of homemade chocolate (and white chocolate) goodies with these favorites from Christmas with Southern Living.

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Food Gifts for Teachers

Photo: Jonny Valiant; Styling: Blake Ramsey Murray
Food Gifts for Teachers
Show your teachers how much you and your children appreciate them with these easy and affordable gifts.
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Gifts from the Oven

Photo: Linda Pugliese; Styling: Kaitlyn Du Ross Walker
Gifts from the Oven
Homemade treats like crisp biscotti, decorated cookies, or moist loaf cake spread holiday cheer among friends and family.

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Gifts in a Jar

Photo: Jonny Valiant; Styling: Blake Ramsey Murray
Gifts in a Jar
These recipes require just a handful of ingredients for a big payoff in flavor and presentation.

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Wrap Up a Loaf

photo by Jennifer Causey
Wrap Up a Loaf
A favorite holiday gift, hostess offering, or breakfast treat, banana bread is welcome at the table any time of year.
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Holiday Candy Gifts

Photo: Linda Pugliese; Styling: Kaitlyn Du Ross Walker
Holiday Candy Gifts
Take a little sugar and spice and create candy gifts for a hostess, a neighbor, or that special friend.

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Budget Food Gifts

Photo: Lee Harrelson; Styling: Virginia Cravens
Budget Food Gifts
Savory or sweet, these less-than-$3 food gifts are easy on the wallet and the kind of thoughtful presents that recipients will enjoy throughout the holiday season.
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