‘Tis the season of giving, and what better way to spread holiday cheer than with thoughtful, homemade plant based gifts to DIY this holiday? Whether you’re a crafting extraordinaire or a DIY novice, these ideas are sure to delight your loved ones while promoting a compassionate, plant based lifestyle. Letā€™s dive into some green and heartfelt gift inspiration!

Plant Based Gifts with a Food-Forward Focus

There are some very easy plant based gifts centered around food, that convey your commitment to a plant based lifestyle, without making someone else conform to your ideas. From a simple cookie mix that just so happens to be vegan to jams which are almost always vegan these are the perfect holiday DIY plant based gifts.

Favorite Plant Based Gifts – Vegan Cookie Mix Jars

One easy plant based DIY holiday gift may just also be the favorite gift of allā€”for plant based eaters and conventional eaters alike! Create beautiful layers of dry ingredients in a glass jar for vegan cookies. Attach a recipe card, and your friends and family will have a delightful batch of plant based treats in no time. Personalize the jar with festive ribbons or tags for that extra touch of holiday magic.

The recipients of these gifts will love them, and these VEGAN CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES may become your new go-to cookie recipe!

Warm Wishes Cookie Mix in a Jar

Materials:

  • Glass jars with lids (16 oz or 500 ml size works best)
  • Festive ribbons or twine
  • Printable recipe cards

Instructions:

  1. Layer ingredients as listed above using a serving spoon or scoop to guide ingredients neatly into the jar.
  2. Seal the jar tightly with the lid.
  3. Decorate the jar with festive ribbons or twine tied securely around the lid.

Ingredients to Layer:

  • 1 Ā½ cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • Ā¼ teaspoon Salt
  • Ā½ cup Rolled Oats
  • Ā¾ cup Brown Sugar
  • Ā¾ cup Vegan Chocolate Chips

Recipe Card to Include:

Warm Wishes Chocolate Chip Cookies

Gift Message:
“Sending you warm wishes and homemade goodness! Simply follow the instructions to whip up a batch of delicious vegan chocolate chip cookies. Happy baking and happy holidays!”

To Add:

  • Ā½ cup Plant Based Butter, melted
  • Ā½ cup Non-Dairy Milk
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350Ā°F (175Ā°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix the wet ingredients well.
  3. Add the jar’s contents and mix until just combined.
  4. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a lined baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden. Avoid overcooking.
  6. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Sourdough Starter Kit

For the food enthusiast in your life, prepare a small jar of active sourdough starter along with instructions for feeding and baking. Include your favorite sourdough recipe to inspire their baking journey!

Homemade Jam

Few gifts are as timeless as a jar of homemade jam. Use your favorite fruits to craft a simple, plant based spread. Package it in a decorative jar and include a handwritten tag with serving suggestions like pairing it with crusty bread or dairy-free yogurt. Here is an easy recipe:

Homemade Jam Recipe

  • 4 Cups Frozen Berry Mix (Strawberries, Raspberries, Blueberries, & Blackberries, or similar)
  • 2 Pitted Dates
  • 1/2 Cup Water
  • 1/2 Cup Chia Seeds

Chop dates and add to large saucepan along with the berries and water. Bring to a boil, mix well, and reduce heat to simmer for about 30 minutes until everything is fully combined. Turn off the heat, add chia seeds, and let sit to cool before putting it in decorative jars.

Specialty Coffees & Favorite Spices

Create a coffee loverā€™s dream gift by assembling a bag of their favorite specialty coffee beans or grounds, paired with a small jar of cinnamon or cardamom for a flavorful twist. Buy a few brands in bulk and then repackage to give an assortment to enjoy.

For cooks, package bulk-bought Mediterranean or Italian spices in small jars or bags with labels, perfect for seasoning plant based dishes.

Herb Garden Starter Kit

Encourage the joy of growing with a DIY herb garden starter kit. Include small pots, seeds, and soil, along with instructions for growing herbs indoors.

More Easy and Affordable Plant Based Gifts

Decorated Pine Cones & Pinecone Bird Feeders

For nature lovers, make decorated pine cones using natural paint or glitter. Add a small ribbon loop so they can be hung as ornaments. Alternatively, craft pinecone bird feeders by coating pinecones in peanut butter and rolling them in birdseed. Attach a string for easy hanging, and you have a gift that gives back to nature!

Succulent Terrariums

Bring a touch of nature indoors with DIY succulent terrariums. These tiny oases are perfect for brightening up any space. This article by The Spruce HOW TO MAKE A DIY SUCCULENT TERRARIUM shows all the ins and outs to making a perfect thriving succulent garden.

Homemade Vegan Beauty Products

Pamper loved ones with homemade beauty products like vegan lip balm, sugar scrubs, or bath salts using natural ingredients. Package them in pretty jars or containers for a spa-worthy gift.

Plant Based Gifts From the Heart

Vegan Recipe Scrapbook

Compile your favorite plant based recipes into a scrapbook. Add personal notes, tips, and stories behind the dishes. This heartfelt gift provides culinary inspiration and lasting memories.

Remember, a plant based lifestyle extends beyond the foods you consumeā€”itā€™s a mindset and a way of giving back to loved ones and the planet the heart. Embrace your creative side, enjoy the process, and share the plant based DIY holiday gifts with love for those around you. Happy crafting and happy holidays! šŸŒ±šŸŽ