I can’t wait to share this guide featuring our perfected Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix plus 50 DIY holiday gift ideas. Inside you’ll find our favorite go-to gifts from Fed + Fit along with a curated roundup from around the web to inspire your seasonal gifting.
I’ve always loved showing up to celebrations with a homemade present—wrapped with care and chosen for the person receiving it. Sure, it’s easy to click “add to cart,” and I do that sometimes, but when I want a more personal touch I turn to edible treats or thoughtful self-care items. A jar of homemade fudge or a handcrafted sugar scrub makes a memorable gift that feels made with love.
In addition to a brand-new recipe for what we think is the best Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix we’ve made (seriously—this one’s a winner), this post includes a full roundup of DIY gift ideas so you can find the perfect present for anyone on your list. Whether they prefer gluten-free baking or indulgent self-care, there’s something here for every taste.
If you plan to make our Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix as part of your holiday projects, we’ve included a handy printable gift tag you can use. Download the free printable gift tags to attach to your jars—each tag lists the remaining ingredients and simple baking instructions to make gifting even easier.
DIY Holiday Gifting Guide
Cookies
From the FF Blog:
- Pumpkin Spiced Icebox Cookies
- Trail Mix Cookies
- Paleo Dark Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies
Favorites from around the Web:
- Gluten Free Cut Out Cookies from Lexi’s Clean Kitchen
- Collagen Chocolate Chip Cookies from Paleomg
- The World’s Easiest Cookies from Nom Nom Paleo
- DIY Pumpkin Cookies in a Jar from Real Simple Good
Drink Mixes
From the FF Blog:
- Homemade Collagen Hot Chocolate Mix
- Paleo Hot Chocolate Sticks
Favorites from around the Web:
- Gingerbread Hot Chocolate Mix from Fit Foodie Finds
Barks
From the FF Blog:
- Gluten-Free Chocolate Graham Cracker Bark
- Salted Chocolate Freezer Bark
Favorites from around the Web:
- Homemade Bark from Lexi’s Clean Kitchen
- Pecan Pie Cookie Bark from Paleomg
Quick Breads
From the FF Blog:
- Gluten Free Gingerbread
- Pumpkin Pie Banana Nut Muffins
- Hazelnut Coffee Cake
- Paleo Persimmon Walnut Mini Muffins
Favorites from around the Web:
- Pancake and Waffle Mix from Lexi’s Clean Kitchen
- Apple Sauce Spice Bread from Paleomg
Truffles, Fudge, and Candy
From the FF Blog:
- Chocolate Strawberry Truffles
- Chocolate Chili Pecan Clusters
- Paleo Fudge
- Homemade Paleo Almond Joys
- Paleo Chocolate Dipped Toasted Coconut Macaroons
- Dark Chocolate Blueberry Clusters
- Paleo Dark Chocolate Truffles
Favorites from around the Web:
- 4 Ingredient Mint Cashew Clusters from Paleomg
- Nom Nom Chocolate Truffles from Nom Nom Paleo
Other Assorted Gifts:
From the FF Blog:
- Spicy Roasted Cashews
Favorites from around the Web:
- DIY Pumpkin Pie Spice from Lexi’s Clean Kitchen
- Espresso Candied Pecans from Lexi’s Clean Kitchen
- Best Ever Chicken Rub from Lexi’s Clean Kitchen
- DIY Vanilla Salt and Vanilla Extract from Joy the Baker
- Grain Free Sweet Potato Dog Treats from The Healthy Maven
- Magic Mushroom Powder from Nom Nom Paleo
Body
From the FF Blog:
- DIY Facial Oil Cleanser
Favorites from around the Web:
- DIY Chocolate Coconut Body Scrub from Lexi’s Clean Kitchen
- DIY Homemade Lip Glosses from Joy the Baker
- Gingerbread Body Scrub from The Healthy Maven
- DIY Peppermint Bath Salts from Fit Foodie Finds
Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix
Ingredients
For the Cookie Jars:
- 1 cup plus 3 tablespoons 144 grams King Arthur Measure for Measure gluten-free flour blend
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon coarse sea salt or 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
- 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons 72 grams brown sugar*
- 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons 72 grams cane sugar
- 1 cup 224 grams chocolate chips
- 1 cup 112 grams chopped pecans
For the Cookies:
- 1/2 cup butter softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg
Instructions
For the Mason Jar:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and sea salt.
- In a 32-ounce mason jar, layer the ingredients from the bottom: flour blend, brown sugar, white sugar, chocolate chips, and pecans. Use a funnel for even layers.
- Screw the lid on tightly and attach the printable gift tag with instructions for finishing the cookies.
- Decorate as you like and gift away!
For the Cookies:
- Add the butter, vanilla extract, and egg to a large bowl and beat with an electric mixer. Add the cookie mix and beat until fully combined. Cover and refrigerate for one hour or up to overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place 12 on the baking sheet. Bake 12–15 minutes until cookies are set and lightly browned on top. Repeat with remaining dough.
- Allow cookies to cool, then enjoy.
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