Edible Gifts Recipes

My shortbread squares are the ultimate go-to for cookie trays and gift-giving. The buttery caramel and toasted nuts make it...

The way my boys eat them, I would spend a fortune on honey graham crackers at the grocery store. So...

“I’ve been making this salsa for a few years now. Chipotle pepper gives it a smoky kick. The recipe makes...

I love the roasted flavor that grilling gives food, so I decided to make a salsa from grilled vegetables. I...

When I spread these spicy gingerbread rounds with my lemony cream cheese frosting, I knew I had a hit. Cardamom...

The tangy lemon flavor of this no-fuss dessert is especially delicious on a warm day. It gives me delightful flashbacks...

I don't live in the country, but I love everything about it—especially good old-fashioned home cooking! Every year, you'll find...

I remember sitting on my great-grandmother's couch with a pad and pen in hand as she told me each ingredient...

These homemade candies are softer than store-bought. They've got that classic, fun appeal that people really love. —Leah Rekau, Milwaukee,...

I named these dessert bars for Broadway because they're a hit every time I serve them. I especially like to...

This recipe is a perfect make ahead mix which can be stored for later. Giving them for gifts is also...

This is the perfect topper for any ice cream treat at the end of a meal. The sweetness of the...

This perfectly spreadable blueberry jam boasts a beautiful dark color with a sweet seasonal flavor. —Karen Haen, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin

My kids love to help me make this delicious bread recipe. It's quite easy, and they enjoy the fact that...

I had the most beautiful peaches and really wanted to bake with them. I started with my blueberry crumb bar...

Crackling homemade bread makes an average day extraordinary. Enjoy this beautiful crusty bread recipe as is, or stir in a...

Remember the days at Grandma and Grandpa's house when you made these wonderfully traditional treats? We love these Kentucky Derby...

A jar of this attractive layered mix produces a yummy batch of fudgy brownies that are dressed up with chocolate...

My grandmother always made a holiday fruitcake. I turned her recipe into cookies that are perfect anytime, especially with a...

This orange cranberry bread is packed with the zesty taste of cranberries and orange peel. I suggest serving slices toasted...

Here's an old-fashioned favorite that's sure to bring back memories of home cooking. The vanilla glaze adds a perfect hint...

We had a blast creating these adorable candy cane stocking stuffers! Rudolph and his friends never looked sweeter than they...

Rich and fruity, these bars let you enjoy cranberries year-round. I've made batches for all kinds of church and social...

These light little cookies have a light, crunchy texture and a citrusy zing. Try stars for the Christmas season and...

I like using pretty mini muffin liners and topping these homemade peanut butter cups with colored sprinkles to coordinate with...

Satisfy your cheesecake craving with these bite-sized delights! The party favorites are perfect for the holidays. —Esther Neustaeter, La Crete,...

Friends sometimes ask me to make these for wedding receptions. For a fancier presentation, I cut the bars into triangle...

Making candy is my favorite thing to do. I've been collecting candy recipes for more than 40 years and have...

I make many batches of this minty peppermint fudge to give as Christmas gifts. It's not too sweet, so it...