4 Sweet and Simple DIY Fruit Gift Ideas

With just a few days left before the holidays, I’ve been thinking about DIY fruit gifts I can make. I’d like to give my friends and family a little something different this year. If you’re feeling the same way, here are a few of my favorite homemade fruit gift ideas.

1. Dried Orange Slices

Jessica, The FruitGuys’ head of data and information systems, has a wonderful recipe for dehydrating citrus in the oven. You can turn it into a lovely garland or layer the fruit in a mason jar (with a ribbon around it) to make a colorful display piece. The slices are also great for brightening tea or cocktails.

2. Stovetop Potpourri

Looking for another use for dehydrated fruit? Turn it into potpourri! Add cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise to a jar of citrus slices, and include instructions for heating the mixture on the stove to fill a home with a warm, seasonal aroma.

3. Infused Oil or Vinegar

If you prefer gifting something made with fresh fruit, consider infusing vinegar or olive oil with lemon or orange peel for a flavorful twist. (Here’s a recipe recommended by the North American Olive Oil Association.)

4. Jam or Preserves

Last but not least, try simmering your fruit to make delicious jams or preserves, then gift them in decorative jars. We have recipes for easy freezer jam and classic canned jam on our blog. Just swap in seasonal fruit that’s available to you.

Homemade fruit gifts always speak from the heart, so they’re a great choice for the people you love. Of course, if you don’t have time to DIY, that’s okay too. We deliver boxes of fresh fruit, wholesome snacks, or a combination of the two. You can shop our gift line here, or turn any box we sell into a gift box by adding a gift message at checkout.

We deliver boxes of fresh fruit, wholesome snacks, or a combination of the two. You can shop our gift line here, or turn any box we sell into a gift box by adding a gift message at checkout.

FAQs

1. What are some easy DIY fruit gifts for the holidays?

A few easy DIY fruit gifts for the holidays include dried orange slices, citrus-infused oils, fruit jams, and stovetop potpourri jars. These budget-friendly homemade gift ideas are easy to make, and I bet your friends and family will love their creative fruit-based Christmas gifts.

2. How do you make dried orange slices for gifts?

To make dried orange slices for gifts, cut the oranges into thin slices and bake them at a low temperature. You can check out this easy recipe for the specifics. Once they’re fully dried, you can use them for decoration or gifts like potpourri jars.

3. What are good last-minute DIY edible gifts with fruit?

For last-minute DIY edible gifts, try putting together stovetop potpourri jars with citrus slices and spices. They’re quick to make and still feel thoughtful and festive.