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    Home » Christmas

    Homemade Christmas Gifts

    Dec 15, 2011 · Modified: Nov 28, 2020 by Andrea · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads ·

    With so many parties and gatherings during the holidays, it’s nice to bring a homemade hostess gift or a little something to share with everyone or something unique to take to the neighborhood cookie swap. These are some of my favorite homemade gifts for the holidays, and I hope you’ll share your favorite homemade Christmas gifts, too. Two of these are very easy, and the other two only require a little practice to become a pro. Trust me, they are worth it.

    Mom's Peanut Brittle - Andrea Meyers

    My mother has been making this peanut brittle for as long as I can remember. It’s crackly, buttery, nutty, and the first thing my dad asks for every Christmas. Look for raw Spanish peanuts to make peanut brittle, or substitute raw cashews for a little something different.

    Bourbon Praline Pecans - Andrea Meyers

    Pralines are one of my very favorite candies, and once you get the technique down, they are easy to make at home. I make mine with cream and a touch of bourbon. You can make small ones like above or the larger size like you see in the shops in New Orleans, either way they make delicious gifts.

    Maple Cranberry Butter - Andrea Meyers

    I like to give maple cranberry butter in addition to the traditional pepper jelly, which also makes nice gifts. It’s very easy to make, which is great if you are pressed for time, and the flavor is memorable.

    Easy Dulce de Leche (Caramel) - Andrea Meyers

    And for a different kind of sweet treat, how about jars of homemade dulce de leche? Just open a can of sweetened condensed milk and pour it into a pie dish and bake in the oven, then give it in decorative jars. The caramel lovers will be thrilled.

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    1. the wicked noodle says

      December 16, 2011 at 9:08 am

      What a great idea to give homemade dulce de leche! It's sooo much better when you make it yourself and it's so easy it's almost a crime. I would be thrilled to get any one of these gifts.

    2. Lydia (The Perfect Pantry) says

      December 16, 2011 at 3:58 pm

      Wonderful suggestions, and you are so right that a homemade gift is always welcome.

    3. Sara Manseau says

      December 22, 2011 at 12:24 pm

      Wow, its so funny. I looked at your first two pictures and those were the exact same candies I made for this weekend.

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