Happy holidays! At this festive time of year, many people celebrate by making their family’s favorite recipes. But maybe you’d like to try something new? Or perhaps you’re looking for some ideas for food gifts? If so, Food Hero’s got you covered! Show your appreciation for friends, family and neighbors or enjoy these goodies yourself.
Recipes that Make Good Gifts
Have you ever thought about giving one of your favorite recipes as a gift? This can be a simple, low-cost way to show appreciation and care for the people in your life. Food Hero has recipes that are perfect to put in a jar and gift to your family and friends.
Master Mix is a baking mix that can be used to make biscuits, pancakes and other recipes found on Food Hero.
Refrigerator Pickled Cucumbers are a great gift idea for your favorite pickle lover! Include a reminder to keep them refrigerated and make sure they use it within 3 months. You can also try Refrigerator Pickled Vegetables.
Do-It-Yourself Trail Mix is a customizable, tasty trail mix! Both kids and adults in your life will enjoy it!
Dried Bananas are a sweet snack and a yummy way to enjoy fruit.
Skillet Granola is easy to make and great to put on top of yogurt or fruit or to eat on its own.
Seasoning mixes: From savory spices to sweet mixes, your friends and family will enjoy these in a variety of recipes!
Baked Goods
Do you enjoy holiday baking? Food Hero has several recipes for cookies, brownies and other baked goods that are lower in sugar and feature the fruits, nuts, and flavors of the season. Try a few and find a new favorite! Here are some ideas to get you started:
Black Bean Brownies with Flour
Tips for Baking with Friends and Family
Holiday baking can be a fun way to spend time with your friends and family this season. Kids around? Get them involved with baking, too. Show kids how to:
- measure dry ingredients like flour, baking soda and seasonings.
- mix together wet and dry ingredients.
- scoop batter into muffin tins or pans.
Here are some more tips for success when baking:
- Prepare ahead of time by reading the recipe and ensuring you have the correct ingredients. You may need to add more time than the recipe calls for if you are new to a recipe.
- If you live near a store with a bulk bin section, try buying baking ingredients in bulk! When you buy the exact amount you need, you save money.
- Keep your baking space clean. Wipe down all surfaces before baking and use different towels for hands and dishes.
- Measure ingredients properly. Measure water, oil, milk and other liquids with a clear liquid measuring cup. Measure flour, sugar and other dry ingredients using dry measuring cups. Measuring spoons can be used for small amounts of any ingredient.
- Move oven racks before preheating to make sure they are where you want. When baking, do not place pans directly above or below another pan.
- Make sure to practice safety in the kitchen. When opening a hot oven, wait for steam to clear before checking or removing items. Use oven mitts or potholders—not a kitchen towel—to handle hot pans.
From all of us at Food Hero, we hope you have a safe and happy holiday season!
