Homemade BBQ Gifts For The Holidays
Published On: 12/8/2020 Last Modified: 6/16/2025
It’s holiday time! This year give them a delicious homemade gift.
There’s something special about receiving a handmade gift. Anyone can order something off the internet, but a homemade treat says that you care. And it doesn’t have to be time-consuming. It only takes a minute or two mix up a special BBQ rub or a nut mix then put it in a jar with some ribbon on it.
Below are some of our favorite recipes that make tasty treats around the holidays. Almost everything here is shelf stable so you can just put the food in a good-looking package and then start gifting to everyone on your list!
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Clint Cantwell, AmazingRibs.com President And BBQ Personality
Take your desserts over the top with this recipe for smoking chocolate chips at home. Cold smoking is the key to this recipe.
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Clint Cantwell, AmazingRibs.com President And BBQ Personality
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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer
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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer
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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer
If you like cashews (and really who doesn't?), this flavorful recipe takes them over the top by roasting them on the grill.
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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer
Rosemary adds an unexpectedly fresh and fragrant touch to these homemade grill roasted cashews. Click here for the recipe.
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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer
Five spice powder adds an Asian flair to homemade grill roasted cashews. This flavorful recipe is perfect for any BBQ party.
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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer
Curry and lime elevate roasted cashews to new levels of deliciousness. Cashews are tossed in a flavorful mixture before being smoked.
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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer
If you like trail mix then you're sure to love this customizable recipe for making your own blend at home.
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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer
This recipe for grill roasted nuts is an instant party pleaser. Serve them at any tailgating party or backyard BBQ and grilling party.
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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer
Say goodbye to store bought roasted pecans forever thanks to this fragrant home made version. Click here for the recipe.
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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer
Smoked to perfection on the grill and seasoned with AmazingRibs.com's popular Simon & Garfunkel rub, these almonds are a crowd favorite.
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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer
Fans of Thai satay with peanut dipping sauce are sure to love this recipe for grill roasted satay peanuts.
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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer
Candied pecans are always a hit as a snack and this recipe takes them over the top by roasting them on the grill.
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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer
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