The holidays are the perfect time to give delicious treats as gifts. From generous gift baskets to specialized food kits, there’s tons out there to find. But how do you settle on food presents that’ll make or break their Christmastime?
The holidays won’t go stale if you check out our fun guide to loads of Christmas food gifts. They include meats, cheeses, meal kits, and much more. The festivity of the season will thrive with the creative Christmas food gift ideas ahead.
53 Best Christmas Food Gift Ideas
Dive into deliciousness with these awesome Christmas food gifts for the holidays.
Wine Country Gift Basket
Treat the whole family to this top wine-country holiday gift basket. The fully-loaded basket has tons of delicious sweet and savory finds. From olive pesto tapenade to chocolate caramels, this gift basket has it all.
Everyone can find a favorite in this perfect example of food gifts for Christmas that wins every time.
Biscotti Gift Basket
This biscotti gift basket offers the sweetest way to celebrate Christmas with the power of chocolate. The gift box has 24 homemade biscotti, including four different flavors. Whether they’re into traditional flavors or a mix of chocolate, dried fruit, and more, those you love will find what they’re looking for this Christmas.
Gourmet Popcorn Variety Pack
Whoever you give this variety pack of gourmet popcorn to this Christmas can happily dig into the popular multipack. The set includes five packages of gourmet popcorn. The popcorn won’t likely last long with sweet and salty flavors like Sea Salt Caramel, Peanut Butter Cup, and Chocolate Pretzel.
Holiday Nuts Gift Basket
Sometimes, all you need to make the people around you happy on Christmas is a gourmet-style selection of nuts. Nuts are a traditional holiday snack and perfect when waiting for dinner to begin.
This gift box has seven varieties of nuts for everyone’s taste. It contains pistachio, cashews, and even toffee peanuts to make the day tasty.
Wisconsin Cheese Gift Basket
This traditional meat and cheese gift basket comes straight from the land of cheese (aka Wisconsin). The complete set has everything friends and family need to stay satisfied on Christmas.
In addition to three summer sausages, the set has a trio of cheeses, crackers, pretzels, and mustard. There won’t be any hunger pains in between meals this Christmas.
Jelly Belly Holiday Favorites Box
Let this box full of Jelly Belly favorites bring the most magical jelly beans to you and yours this holiday season. The gift box has treats to make an edible stocking stuffer come alive with flavor.
The flavors include Egg Nog, Candy Cane, Pumpkin Pie, Cranberry Sauce, and Hot Chocolate. Whatever their craving, this little box has likely got it.
Chocolate Caramel Crunch Gift Basket
You can impress even the most finicky person on Christmas when you give them this tasty gift basket of sweet treats. The basket is packed with caramel crunch staples like caramel corn, toffee, and chocolate-covered pretzels. You can make all their sweetest (and crunchy) wishes come true.
Chocolate Truffle DIY Kit
This DIY kit can make the art of chocolate truffles easy for Christmastime. Everyone can join in and follow clear instructions to create the ultimate decadent holiday dessert. The kit has all that’s needed, except for cream, so that they can get started asap. The flavors of vanilla, dark chocolate, coconut, and peppermint won’t disappoint either.
Belgian Waffle Gift Box
The best holiday breakfast around can belong to someone you love with this great Belgian waffle gift box. The deluxe set has eight Liège Belgian waffles, along with little touches that make these waffles special. The topping selection includes French sugars and sauces to bring this international breakfast alive for one and all.
Christmas Cookie Gift Basket
This gift basket has all the holiday traditions that the most successful Christmas food gifts can offer. The festive food box features a “Merry Christmas,” in addition to four homemade sugar cookies. Each cookie has colorful, vibrant designs like a snowman, reindeer, Santa, and a Christmas tree.
Black & White Cookies Gift Basket
There are few baked goods as coveted as the black and white cookies of New York City. This gift basket brings the iconic NY cookie home for the holidays.
The box has 12 small black and white cookies to be enjoyed by everyone on Christmas. Dessert will be like no other before it when these big city cookies roll into town.
Pecans Gift Tin
There’s no need to rely on pecans in a jar this Christmas when you can give them this tin full of gourmet pecans. The trio of pecans is coated with flavors like salted/roasted, chocolate, and praline. The set of pecans makes a thoughtful Christmas gift for couples, neighbors, or anyone you want to impress with delicious snacks.
Artisanal Pasta Kit
Pasta making can be the new (or favorite) tradition for those you love this Christmas. This artisanal pasta-making kit can bring all the fun of the holidays with it, along with delicious pasta. The two-piece set has Cavatelli pasta and a sweet tomato basil sauce to make that first meal after Christmas dinner something memorable.
Cakes In A Jar Set
Christmas is a time of recipes, but few are as satisfying as enjoying a ready-made treat in a jar like these cakes. The set has four different flavors to please everyone around you. There’s chocolate, carrot, red velvet, and even birthday cake, just in case someone has a Christmas birthday.
Ferrero Rocher Gift Box
This Ferrero Rocher gift box can keep anyone you know satisfied with 48 opportunities to enjoy decadence. Ferrero Rocher chocolates are a Christmas tradition, which this collection honors.
The crunchy outer shell reveals the hazelnut filling and includes milk chocolate and coconut variations. They remain a unique choice to make the Christmas season even better.
King Of The Grill Gift Set
You can treat a grill master during the holidays when you give them this King of the Grill gift set. The set can get any grill lover excited to try out new flavors.
The set is packed with tools like a beer can chicken-roaster and a hamburger press. There are also loads of savory snacks, from sausage to pretzels. The rubs and spices round out the creative grilling possibilities.
Old-World Cookie Tin
This classic old-world cookie tin can bring the love for Christmas with its charm. The traditional cookies might remind you and those you give them to of their childhoods and happy Christmases past. The cookies include shortbread, English toffee, butter, and coconut cookies to satisfy anyone who celebrates with the lucky recipient.
Dulcet Deluxe Gift Basket
All the greats are here in this Dulcet Deluxe gift basket of baked goods. The collection has eight different baked goods to save whomever you’re buying it for a lot of time in the kitchen.
The set has fudge, blondies, rugelach, and loads of crumb cakes and cookies. Both the old and young can dig in with holiday glee.
Stonewall Kitchen New England Breakfast Set
There’s nothing as heartwarming as a Christmas breakfast, which this set easily provides. The Stonewall Kitchen-made set has everything needed for a traditional New England-style breakfast.
The collection has waffle/pancake mix, cinnamon buns, coffee, two jams, and some maple syrup. Just bring the familial love to those who matter most, and breakfast is served.
Holiday Meat And Cheese Basket
This very merry holiday meat-and-cheese gift basket has all the ingredients for a happy holiday. Those who receive it can choose between a variety of sweet and savory treats. Items like summer sausage, mixed nuts, and peppermint chocolate cookies can make the season bright (and tasty).
Wisconsin Kringle
Surprise those you love on Christmas with this comforting Wisconsin Kringle they can add to their holiday table. The Midwestern family-made treat has one Kringle, a traditional Danish coffee ring.
It’s perfect for Christmas morning with family or any morning after that. A cup of coffee is all they’ll need to get started.
Carnivore Club Sampler Set
Guys especially will appreciate this awesome Carnivore Club sampler set. It has over 10 wild game meats in the form of summer sausage, beef sticks, and jerky. From venison, bison, elk, and more, the gourmet meats will keep him extra happy. You might tell him to leave one out for Santa Claus when he comes.
Baklava Pastry Gift Basket
It’s time to present this luxurious array of Turkish baklava to those you know at Christmas. The assortment of unique baklava treats is famous worldwide.
The set has nearly 50 pieces with six varieties, including the flavors of pistachio and almond. Everyone can take a short trip abroad and enjoy something completely different for the holidays.
Italian Cheesemaking Kit
Christmas is the ideal time to teach someone a new hobby, which is why this Italian cheesemaking kit is so much fun. The DIY kit has the basic ingredients and recipes to make 10 different types of cheese. Whether they want a creamy mozzarella or a tangy ricotta salata, this kit can make it happen.
Half Chocolate & Cinnamon Babka
This flavorsome babka gift is a super-comforting way to enjoy the holiday season. The sweet yeasty cake can turn any festive gathering into a delicious ode to all things sweet. The homemade babka ring is half cinnamon and half chocolate, so all tastes can be met when it’s torn apart with glee.
Movie Night Care Package
When families and friends gather to watch movies over Christmas, they’ll appreciate this movie night care package to set the stage for fun. The popcorn box is loaded with tasty snacks and movie theater classics.
Four popcorn pouches are joined by a bunch of favorites, like Oreos, Sour Patch Kids, and Skittles. Let holiday movie night commence!
Hot Sauce-Making Kit
Get the Christmas party started with this entertaining hot sauce-making kit. This all-inclusive kit has all that’s needed to create six types of hot sauce.
The glass bottles and labels in the set make it easy for the creator to start using their personal hot sauce asap. The flavors include Louisiana Hot Sauce, Mild Sweet Chili, and Curry Pineapple.
Southern Trio Gift Pack
This trio of Southern-made treats can bring all the flavor of the South to your favorite person’s Christmas tree. The set of miniature cakes are specific to their region.
Included are a whiskey cake from Tennessee, a bourbon cake from Kentucky, and a moonshine apple pie cake. All the sweetest moods are catered for with this fun cake collection.
Around The World Spicy Nut Collection
Help loved ones take an exciting trip across the globe with this spicy nut collection to feed their Christmas snacking habits. The international nut set has spices and flavors that fit any needs.
The all-peanuts gift features options like African spice, Caribbean jerk spice, and Mexican spiced cocoa. They may go nuts and have seconds before they even try all five flavors.
Coffee & Chocolate Tasting Box
You can give a double dose of flavor for Christmas with this heavenly coffee and chocolate tasting box. The gourmet gift box allows people to pair flavorful coffees with the ideal chocolate selection. The tasting notes allow wonderful combinations, with choices like dark chocolate with cherry notes to an Ethiopian coffee blend.
Carnivore Club Gift Box
When the person you buy this Carnivore Club gift box for opens it up, they’ll find a world of meaty goodness. The set has meats from across the globe, like Wagyu salami and Sopprosetta Dolce. The different flavors and textures will delight their taste buds and help them celebrate the season right.
Michel et Augustin Gourmet Cookies Box
It’s easy to imagine the lucky guy or woman’s smile when they open up this box of Michel et Augustin cookies. The famous French brand’s gift box has 12 packs of shortbread cookie bars. The buttery cookies are covered with a variety of flavor accents, from dark chocolate to hazelnut and sea salt. They’re sure to make Christmas morning sweet and unforgettable.
Nut & Dried Fruit Gift Basket
Not every Christmas gift tradition needs to be heavy or sweet, when you’ve got dried fruits and nuts on your side. This impressive gift box has 12 selections, from the classic to the unique.
Dried plums, pears, and sweet papaya are joined by pistachios and roasted almonds. Those in need of a snack can always come back to this vegan collection that still tastes amazing.
Roma Gift Tin
Bring these Italian baked goods to a deserving receiver this holiday season with the power of Italian sweets. The beautiful Roma gift tin shines a light on the best Italian-patisserie offerings. Eight cookies and pastries can continue to make them happy until the last crumb is gone.
Focaccia DIY Art Kit
This creative Focaccia DIY kit can combine artistic talent with a love of holiday baking. The kit has everything they’ll need to get started making tasty focaccia. Herbs and spices will help make a delicious bread, while art ideas can bring their vision to life.
Christmas cooking gifts like this kit are great for families and kids to have fun being artists in the kitchen.
Mexican Hot Chocolate Set
Mexican hot chocolate is a winter treat in its own right, which is why this set is the best way to make it authentic. Those you give the set to can have a great time with the Oaxacan hot chocolate flavor. The set has a red clay mug and a special whisk to make the hot chocolate experience even better.
Beef Jerky Box
It’s probably best if you go ahead and get this awesome beef jerky box for a deserving guy this Christmas. The array of meaty, savory snacks has tons of flavor he’ll be sure to love.
The box has six types of beef jerky to enjoy, including hot & spicy, and sweet chili habanero. This jerky gift can add a little spice to traditional Christmas traditions.
Jamaican Butter Rum Cake
Rum cake is a Christmas tradition, but you can break the mold a bit by giving this Jamaican butter rum cake to a special someone instead. The cake is made with Wicked Jack’s Caribbean rum and a lot of baking talent. The vacuum-packed bundt cake is ready to weather the storm and arrive safely at the door of some lucky holiday revelers.
Gourmet British Gift Basket
You can impress anyone this Christmas by giving them this gourmet British gift basket and watching the fun begin. The box is wholly representative of the most traditional British items available. They can sample a selection of cheese and crackers or just enjoy tea time with specialties like clotted cream and lemon curd.
Baked By Melissa Cupcakes Set
Baked by Melissa offers up this cute set of miniature cupcakes for the whole family to enjoy on Christmas. They’ll love the options available in the 25 cupcakes.
Unique flavors like tie-dye and snowball join classics like red velvet and chocolate blackout. Each tiny bite promises the sweetest festive feeling.
Traditional Christmas Stollen
There’s no denying the storied tradition of Christmas stollen around the holidays. This handmade stollen can serve a large group easily and provide buttery goodness in every forkful. The German cake made with candied fruit and nuts won’t disappoint anyone who takes a slice in celebration.
Marzipan Candy Fruit Box
The joy that Christmas marzipan can bring is undeniable, which this fruit gift box honors. The stunning collection of 36 colorful marzipan fruits will delight the eyes. The stomach will follow once they taste the famous almond flavor of each fruit. The set contains fruits like peaches, lemons, strawberries, and nectarines.
DIY Dumpling Cooking Kit
Bring the magic of DIY to those you love this Christmas with a dumpling cooking kit. The set has everything to make soup dumplings, including a set of tools to make sure they come out perfect.
The dumpling kit can also be used for crafting dough for ravioli and pork buns too. Whatever their favorite form of dough, this kit can get them there with flavor.
Ugly Sweater Cookie Kit
Help someone with the gift of an ugly sweater this Christmas in the form of tasty cookies. This DIY sugar cookie kit is the ideal way for adults and kids to make cookies together. The kit has a sugar cookie mix, accessories, and plenty of decorations to make the ugliest (most delicious) cookies.
Wilton Gingerbread House Kit
Break out the gingerbread house for those needing one without causing holiday stress. This gingerbread house kit has one pre-baked miniature gingerbread house that’s ready to decorate. The set has white icing and colorful candies to make one adorable gingerbread house for Christmas.
Ghirardelli Chocolate Gift Basket
Chocolate is at the center of the holidays, which this Ghirardelli chocolate gift basket proudly boasts. The collection of chocolate will impress anyone with a sweet tooth. In addition to chocolates, there’s caramel popcorn, peanut brittle, chocolate-covered pretzels, and more. They’ll have a ball working their way to the bottom, one treat at a time.
Deluxe Petite Fruitcake Set
Despite fruitcake being maligned in the past, this deluxe petite fruitcake set can resurrect this sweet Christmas tradition. The set has 12 miniature fruitcakes made by hand. The unique flavors of fruit, honey, and nuts will convince one and all to be on the fruitcake team this and every season.
Italian Gourmet Gift Basket
This gourmet gift basket will impress anyone you know who needs a holiday getaway, Italian style. The gift set has it all, including top-rated pasta, olive oil, and cheeses to make any holiday meal sing. Along with prosciutto, salami, and olives, all that’s needed is dessert, in the form of buttery cookies.
DIY Linzer Cookie Baking Kit
You can share the holiday love with Linzer cookies this Christmas, or just give them this awesome DIY Linzer cookie baking kit instead. The baking set is ready to entertain families and friends, especially kids who want to get involved with holiday baking. The set has everything (except eggs and butter) needed to make 12-16 heart-shaped Linzer cookies, including the raspberry jam.
Gourmet Holiday Food Box
Charm everyone this Christmas with this delightful collection of both sweet and savory treats. The holiday food box has it all, from crackers and sausage to brownies and more. There’s even a snowflake-covered coffee cup with a bag of rich roasted coffee inside.
The beautiful, vibrant box will present these treats masterfully with its adorable reindeer design.
DIY Cookies Ornaments Kit
You can help those you love make their Christmas tree personal this year with a DIY cookie kit. This kit comes with ready-made cookies, along with icing and fun decorations to transform the cookies into festive ornaments. The kit is one of the most creative Christmas baked goods gift ideas out there, especially for kids to enjoy.
DIY Churros Kit
This DIY churros kit is far from typical Christmas food gift ideas. It makes the art of churros into an easy, doable activity for all to enjoy. The churros mix is ready to go, along with different toppings and even dipping chocolate. Before they know it, a platter of sweet churros will help make this holiday a special one.
Scandinavian Cinnamon Bun DIY Kit
This Scandinavian-style cinnamon bun kit can take anyone on a trip to Sweden this Christmas without ever leaving home. The fun DIY kit has the starter ingredients for making Swedish-style cinnamon buns, including the secret ingredient: cardamom. The set comes with baking accessories and access to a video instruction manual to make sure they come out perfect.