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Avoid the Mall and Make These DIY Edible Holiday Gifts Instead

Don't fight the crowds—everyone on your list will go crazy for these homemade edible holiday gifts.
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Michael Graydon & Nikole Herriott

Last-minute shopping is not a pleasant way to spend the holiday season. Instead of hitting the stores, use your precious spare to make these edible gifts instead. And hey—if you want to make a test run for yourself, that's more than okay.

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    Eva Kolenko
    11/26

    Brandied Cherries with Vanilla Bean

    Store infused boozy fruit in a cool, dark place to slow oxidation, kinda like aging your own wine!

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    Eva Kolenko
    12/26

    Plum Wine

    Nothing could be simpler than combining ripe produce with the alcohol of your choice. The technique also works with nonalcoholic liquids like honey or vinegar.

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    17/26

    Spiced Apple-Caramel Sauce

    Ice cream sunday enthusiasts will find this a welcome departure from the usual hot fudge routine. The caramel will keep in the fridge for a week, so plan accordingly.

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    18/26

    Fried Almonds

    Candied nuts are great, but these salty little bites are made for holiday snacking.

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Senior Associate Web Editor. When she’s not torturing herself by grinding coffee beans by hand and making her own butter, Rochelle writes about cooking techniques and seasonal eating for bonappetit.com. She comes to BA by way of a small farm in Central New York, where she worked as a farmhand ... Read More