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Edible Christmas gifts to make yourself
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Are you still looking for a special Christmas present for your loved ones? How about something homemade from your kitchen? Columnist Vivi provides tasty ideas.
Hey, isn’t that nice? Many parts of Germany are covered by a white blanket of snow, it’s slowly getting really cozy and contemplation could set in. If not there missing gifts for partners: grandma, grandpa, mum and dad or siblings would have been taken care of just a tick too late. Every year it’s the same: Either you just had too long no idea or plain no timeto get the right present. No matter what went wrong for you, here are a few quick and tasty gift ideasthat you can make yourself in your kitchen.
Edible Christmas gifts to make yourself: 10 ideas
at edible gifts I would recommend that you always think about what the person receiving the gift likes in advance. Is she: he more of a cute guyshould it something hearty be or maybe you give a gift to a real professional chef and he would get over it unusual herb or spice mixtures looking forward? I have definitely collected enough gift ideas for you – there should be something for everyone.
1. Homemade pastries
Delicious Christmas cookies are popular with almost everyone. Whether small homemade Christmas cookies, special Christmas cakes, a delicious butter stollen or the crispy sourdough bread – you can never go wrong.
2. Chocolate fruits and roasted almonds
You can give away some Christmas market feeling with chocolate-coated fruit or wonderfully sugary roasted almonds. Not only are they super quick to make, they are also super delicious.
3. Chocolates
Store-bought boxes of chocolates are really a bit hackneyed, but if you want to make your own chocolates, this is sure to be a real hit under the Christmas tree. You can specifically cater to the taste preferences of the recipient and will certainly cause great joy.
4. Homemade chocolate
If you don’t feel like making your own chocolates, you can make it a little easier and make your own chocolate. To do this, simply melt several bars of chocolate, line a baking tray or a large board with baking paper and then pour the melted chocolate on top. Then you can mix different types of chocolate, draw patterns with a wooden stick and finish with toppings of your choice. Why not try our broken chocolate to give away, colorful chocolate bars or these pretty pieces of chocolate.
5. Liqueur
For anyone who likes to give alcohol as a gift, I recommend self-distilled liqueurs. This is something special and individual that you can’t get anywhere else and I promise you that it’s not difficult at all. Here you will find a large selection of liqueur recipes.
6. Syrup
All kinds of syrups are simpler than liqueurs, but just as nice to look at. Maybe also a good alternative for all non-alcohol fans among your family members and friends. We also have no shortage of syrup recipes. Take a look and get inspired.
7. Baking mixes
You can surprise baking fans with baking mixes you have put together yourself. To do this, take a clean glass or glass bottle and fill it with all the dry ingredients that have been weighed appropriately for the recipe. It is best to layer different colors (white flour, brown cocoa, etc.), then the gift will also look great. Another similar idea would be a winter porridge in a jar, for those who prefer breakfast to baking.
8. Christmas jam
A true classic among gifts from the kitchen is probably jam. At Christmas you can make a wintery kind of jam yourself and this gift idea is also suitable to end up under the Christmas tree.
9. Homemade sauces or pesto
If you prefer something savory, homemade sauces and pesto are great choices. Whether you want to make ketchup yourself, a fruity caramel sauce or an aromatic winter pesto – let off steam. There are more pesto recipes to choose from here.
10. Flavored salt or spice oil
This not only tastes great, it also looks special and no longer needs any extra packaging: flavored salt or oil, which you refine with various herbs. How about, for example, chilli oil, rosemary oil or bacon salt with cinnamon? Here you can find out how to make herbal oil yourself.
Vivi’s top tip
With all the treats that you can give away, there is of course also the possibility of one Voucher for culinary experiences To give away. For example for Breakfast in bed, dinner for two or for an evening of cooking together. No matter what you decide, I am sure that all gifts will bring a lot of joy!