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There are few sweeter gifts than chocolate, which is why we found some of the best chocolate gift baskets to send for any occasion.
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The Best Chocolate Gift Baskets
Updated on Jan. 06, 2025
Scientific studies have found that chocolate makes us happier, and we can’t exactly argue with science. So, we set out to explore some of the best chocolate gift baskets that you could send for any occasion. When deciding what to look for in the gift baskets, we went with the advice of Chloe Doutre Roussel, an international expert in specialty cacao and chocolate.
“I would recommend baskets that have treats to be shared in a tea time with family or friends; a chocolate to prepare a hot chocolate drink; a special chocolate bar; and, if budget allows, chocolate confectioneries such as bonbons chocolate, or almonds coated with chocolate, or candied oranges dipped in chocolate,” she said.
Part of the joy of a gift basket is a variety, so we ensured our selections all had plenty of chocolate inside. We also sourced a wide range to accommodate the gifting situation and price tag. Bear in mind that one of the biggest flags for the quality of the chocolate will be the cacao; cacao has health benefits and packs a powerful flavor. More popular brands may not have as much cacao.
However, we wanted to showcase plenty of different options so shoppers can make the decisions that are best for them. Because the most important thing to keep in mind while picking out a chocolate gift basket? The person receiving it, and what kind of chocolate they enjoy most. “A good chocolate gift is a gift that shows you know what the person loves but also allows them to discover something new…. within the type of products you know they already like,” Roussel told us.
For the Best Friend
Chest of Chocolates
This is the kind of treasure hunt we want to win. This wooden chest (easy to repurpose for decoration or future gifts) brims with a wide selection of chocolate options. Six flavors of truffles—including chocolate cake, dark chocolate-covered popcorn and dark chocolate-covered pretzels—offer incredible variety while sticking to the chocoholic theme. Looking to add even more of a thoughtful touch? Pair your chocolate gift baskets with a flower delivery.
For the One Who Loves a Night In
Comfort Food Tower
Some days just call for comfort food—and some days call for comfort food covered in chocolate (hint: we’re sending this to any friends going through a hard time.) This gourmet gift set, wrapped in elegant purple packaging, features caramel marshmallows with nuts and chocolate (which many people rave about), peanut butter bonbons sprinkled with pink Himalayan salt, and caramel toffee. The ingredients are globally-sourced and top-notch. Make the night even cozier with a soup gift basket.
For the One Who's California Dreaming
Chocolate Connoisseur Gift Tower
LA-based Compartés is renowned for its gourmet chocolates, and this exquisite gift tower is a celebration of its most popular flavors. It includes an assortment of their signature truffles, decorated with colorful, eye-catching designs, and four of their handcrafted chocolate bars. Varieties can vary across gift towers, but all are made with fresh ingredients and take creative spins on classic flavors. For more, check out these gift baskets for women.
For the Cookie Monster
Chocolate Chunk Ice Cream and Cookies
Because sometimes, chocolate cravings can only be answered with chocolate cookies and ice cream. Though this gift box is more on the simple side, it still satiates chocolate cravings, with a pint of chocolate chunk ice cream and six rich, chocolate-y cookies. Our recommendation? Combine them for the ultimate ice cream sandwich.
For the One Who Loves the Classics
Ghirardelli Classic Chocolate Gift Box
A delectable assortment that allows you to enjoy a wide range of chocolate. Nibble on the caramel squares or dark chocolate bars, sip on double chocolate hot cocoa on chillier nights, and drizzle caramel sauce over your favorite chocolate ice cream. The treats come in an elegant gift box, wrapped with a gold bow.
For the One Who Loves Bubbles
Champagne and Truffles Gift Basket
Raising our glass to the bubbliest of gift baskets. This includes a bottle of Veuve Clicquot and a sampling of all things chocolate. Enjoy assorted chocolates (including chocolate caramels), chocolate chip cookies and chocolate truffles, alongside other decadent nibbles. It’s the perfect way to say happy birthday or cheer someone on after a big win.
For the One Who Loves a Midnight Snack
Snack and Chocolate Gift Basket
A compelling balance of savory and sweet, this gift basket pairs different types of chocolate cookies with gourmet snacks, including cheddar cheese, water crackers and cheesy cheddar popcorn. Not to fear, it doesn’t skimp on the sweets: they’ll also enjoy desserts like cubetti and butter peanut crunch. Do your friends prefer the saltier side of things? A charcuterie gift basket is a perfect accompaniment to a chocolate spread!
For the One Who Eats an Apple a Day
Manhattan Fruitier Chocolate Confections Gift Tower
Fruit makes everything healthier, right? This three-tiered gift tower, beautifully wrapped with a ribbon, marries fruit, chocolate and nuts with chocolate-covered almonds and chocolate-dipped orange slices. There’s also milk chocolate masquerading as a pear and plenty of other chocolate treats that are pure indulgence. And these produce subscription boxes will keep the fruit coming all year round.
For the Caramel Lover
Caramel Belgian Chocolate Gift Basket with Fruit
Growing up, there were few better treats than a caramel apple. This gift basket channels that spirit of irresistible indulgence with chocolate-dipped caramel apples, chocolate caramel bark, chocolate caramel pretzel mini cups, chocolate caramel truffles…you get the idea. Packaged in a wooden serving tray (our favorite packaging keeps on giving!), every treat brings together chocolate and caramel in classic and delicious treats.
For the One Dreaming of France
Grenelle Hatbox
Yearning of wandering along the Seine or touring Paris’s most glamorous streets? This chocolate-filled hatbox is a close second to booking a flight. Inspired by Parisian chocolate craft, the assortment of chocolates is refined and elegant, ranging from chocolate-coated candied orange peels to chocolate-covered pralines with nuts. This is the kind of gift to wow your most sophisticated friends.
For the One Who Deserves Some Me Time
Epic Premium Chocolate Gift Basket
One of my favorite things about a chocolate box is getting to nibble on all of the different flavors of chocolates, and this gift basket brings that dream to life. From milk chocolate almond clusters to dark chocolate filled with coconut to chocolate honey truffles, it contains dozens of pieces of chocolate. Sure, you could share, but this is also an indulgently appropriate treat for your hardworking friend to unwind or for a busy mama who deserves her own personal treat. (Of course, we’re not opposed to sharing. But sometimes it’s fun to have chocolate all to yourself.)
For Earning Some Brownie Points
All Things Sweet
Can you round-up chocolate gift baskets and not include brownies? We didn’t think so. Enter this gift basket overflowing with brownies and all things chocolate. From a beloved brownie shop, this assortment is packed with gourmet brownies, popcorn, buckeyes (peanut butter covered in chocolate), chocolate-dipped brownie pops. We could go on. It’s the kind of gift that goes down in top-gift history, perfect for celebrations and comfort alike.
FAQs
Which chocolate is most popular?
When in doubt, you can’t go wrong with milk chocolate. It’s the most popular variety and, luckily, it’s heavily featured in our best chocolate gift baskets. It’s nice when you can offer someone a variety, though, as their taste buds can enjoy dark chocolate and white chocolate to mix it up.
Is gifting chocolate a good idea?
Absolutely! Chocolate is one of those universally loved bites. That means it’s a safe bet when you’re not sure what to get a friend, coworker or neighbor. It’s also helpful if the chocolate gift basket has a variety, so they’re sure to love something. Think: truffles, chocolate-covered pretzels, chocolate bars and more.
What does chocolate symbolize as a gift?
Chocolate is all about love, but it doesn’t have to reference that kind of love. So, it’s perfectly acceptable to gift it to just about anyone in your life.
Will chocolate melt if I ship it?
Companies have perfected the fine art of shipping chocolate so it doesn’t show up to the recipient in a complete puddle. Thanks to ice packs, insulated packaged and refrigerated transportation, you shouldn’t be overly concerned. However, if you’re sending chocolate in the middle of summer, be sure that the giftee will be home to receive it so it doesn’t sit outside for long.
