Nothing says “I thought of you” like a homemade edible gift. It’s warm, personal, and honestly more memorable than most store-bought presents—especially around the holidays when everyone is already overloaded with clutter. A festive tin filled with homemade sweets feels like a hug you can eat: a little bit nostalgic, a little bit indulgent, and completely shareable.
This Holiday Treat Tin Trio is designed to be:
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Easy (no complicated techniques)
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Gift-friendly (travels well, stores well)
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Crowd-pleasing (sweet + salty + buttery)
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Make-ahead (so you’re not scrambling at the last minute)
Inside the tin we’ll pack:
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Peppermint White Chocolate Bark (pretty, festive, snap-and-share)
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Chocolate-Covered Pretzels (sweet/salty crunch, always disappears)
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Buttery Holiday Shortbread Coins (melt-in-your-mouth, classic, elegant)
You can gift these to neighbors, teachers, coworkers, family—anyone. One production session, multiple gifts.
1) Peppermint White Chocolate Bark (Holiday “Crack” Style, No Sugar Thermometer)
Ingredients
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12 oz (340 g) white chocolate, chopped (or white candy melts)
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1/2 tsp neutral oil (optional, helps smooth melting)
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1/2 tsp peppermint extract (optional—use sparingly!)
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1/2 cup crushed candy canes (or peppermint candies)
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Pinch of salt (optional but balances sweetness)
Instructions
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Melt white chocolate in the microwave in 20–30 second bursts, stirring each time until smooth. Add oil if it looks thick.
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Stir in peppermint extract (if using). Go light—peppermint can overpower quickly.
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Pour onto the parchment and spread into a rectangle about 1/4-inch thick.
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Sprinkle crushed candy canes over the top and gently press them in.
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Chill 20–30 minutes until firm, then break into pieces.
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