16+ Healthy Christmas Recipe Gifts Cook Up Something Special!

Homemade Granola Jars

Ingredients:

• 3 cups rolled oats
• 1 cup chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans)
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 cup dried fruits (cranberries, raisins, apricots)

Granola is a popular breakfast option, but it can also make for a thoughtful and healthy Christmas recipe gift. To make this gift, simply mix all the ingredients (except for the dried fruits) in a bowl and spread it out on a lined baking sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Once cooled, add in the dried fruits and package the granola in a jar with a festive ribbon. Your loved ones can enjoy this granola with milk, yogurt or as a topping for their favorite smoothie bowls.

Chocolate Truffles

Ingredients:

• 1 cup dates (pitted and soaked in hot water for 10 minutes)
• 1/2 cup almonds
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• Desiccated coconut or crushed nuts for coating

Who says Christmas treats can't be healthy? These chocolate truffles are a guilt-free indulgence that your friends and family will love. Simply blend the soaked dates, almonds, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt until a sticky dough forms. Roll the dough into small balls and coat them with desiccated coconut or crushed nuts. Place them in a jar or a decorative box for a delicious and nutritious gift.

Spiced Nuts

Ingredients:

• 2 cups mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, pecans)
• 2 tbsp melted coconut oil
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1/4 tsp salt

For the nut lovers in your life, these spiced nuts make for a flavorful and healthy Christmas recipe gift. In a bowl, mix together the nuts, melted coconut oil, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and salt. Spread the mixture on a lined baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees for 10-15 minutes. Let them cool and then package them in a jar or a festive bag. These spiced nuts are a great snack option and can be enjoyed throughout the holiday season.