Whatever the reason may be, it’s not always possible to see your friends and family over the holidays. Despite the distance, there are plenty of ways to make them feel loved and appreciated this year.
If you ask, “What on earth do I buy them for Christmas?” — you can’t go wrong with a festive gift basket! Sure, they might not be overly personable, but they’re definitely better than a last-resort gift card (although, no judgment if that’s your go-to). Besides, who doesn’t love unwrapping a box full of fun goodies? Plus, it’s shipped directly to their door!
No matter who you’re shopping for or looking for a chocolate gift basket, a cheese assortment or a gift that includes wine, we’ve rounded up more than 35 great options that are bound to make them feel special this holiday season.
Retailers include Harry & David, GourmetGiftBaskets.com, Hickory Farms, Olive & Cocoa and more.
To shop this article by category, simply click on each link provided below to find what you’re looking for:
- Bestselling Gift Baskets
- Best Christmas Food Gift Baskets
- Best Christmas Coffee & Tea Gift Baskets
- Best Christmas Family-Friendly Gift Baskets
- Best Christmas Wine & Alcohol Gift Baskets
Bestselling Gift Baskets
Stonewall Kitchen Favorite Flavors Gift
Inside this Stonewall Kitchen basket you’ll find a tremendous variety of both sweet and savory jams, grille sauces, mustard and a dressing that are delicious and sure to be enjoyed by all who receive this thoughtful gift.
Harry & David Supreme Meat and Cheese Gift Box
For the friend or family member that loves meat, consider sending them this Harry & David gift box that comes with plenty of delicious meats, cheeses, and crackers, plus the ideal condiments to round them out.
Harry And David Christmas Cheer Gift Basket
If they prefer to live a healthier lifestyle, then they will totally appreciate this luxurious gift basket filled with apples, pears, mixed nuts and more.
Wolferman’s Bakery Berry Breakfast Box
Bring a delicious brunch right to their doorstep with this thoughtful berry breakfast gift box. It comes with cherry blossom, blueberry and cranberry English muffins, apple cranberry scones and more.
What’s more special than champagne and chocolate truffles? Not much! Make the friend or family member you’re shopping for this year feel extra special this Christmas with this Prosecco and chocolate-filled basket.
Olive & Cocoa Tastes For Everyone Gift Basket
Available in many different sizes, consider this Olive & Cocoa gift basket that comes with various chocolates, crackers, cheese, jams and more.
GourmetGiftBaskets.com Around The World Beer Bucket
If they enjoy a refreshing bottle of beer after a long day (or just any day at all!) consider buying them this suds bucket that comes with bar snacks and 12 different varieties brewed all around the globe.
Harry & David Ultimate Christmas Gift Basket with Wine
For the most luxurious Christmas gift basket, we highly recommend the Harry & David Ultimate Christmas Gift Basket that comes with wine, holiday cookies, fruit, chocolate, nuts, and much more.
Best Christmas Food Gift Baskets
Williams Sonoma Italian Antipasti Gift Crate
If they’re Italian or just appreciate European cuisines, consider buying them this “Italian Antipasti” gift basket made by Williams Sonoma. It features a plethora of various cheese, jam, meat and more.
Godiva Assorted Chocolate Gold Gift Box
You can never go wrong with a box of Godiva chocolates. The Gold Collection features 36 pieces of assorted gourmet chocolate made with dark, milk and white chocolate.
Oh! Nuts Holiday Gift Basket
For the loved one who loves eating nuts, consider sending this option from Oh! Nuts.
Food52 Tame to Insane Hot Sauce Challenge Box
This gift box is made for hot sauce lovers! It’s filled with options that add just a kick of flavor to your meal and then there, are concoctions have a glass of milk faster than you can say “pepper.”
Bella Cucina Italian Antipasti Basket Gift Set
Bring Italy right to their very own kitchen with this gift basket that features artichoke lemon pesto, olive spread, crackers, flatbread and much more.
TRUFF Hot Sauce Variety Pack
If they’re a fan of truffle and hot sauce, this TRUFF gift box is the ultimate gift for your loved one. It features all three types of hot sauce from the brand: the Original, White Truff and Hotter Truff.
Hickory Farms Premium Charcuterie & Chocolate Gift Box
This Hickory Farms Holidays gift box is jam packed with sausage, cheese and chocolate that you’ll love for the festive season and beyond.
Cheryl’s Cookies Traditional Merry Christmas Gift Tower
A tower of moist cookies! We’re in! This option features a variety of sweet treats like shortbread cookies, buttercream frosted cookies, chocolate pretzel clusters, gingerbread cookies and more.
Williams Sonoma Manhattan Fruitier Chocolate Confections Gift Tower
For a decadent pick, go for the Williams Sonoma Manhattan Fruitier Chocolate Confections Gift Tower that comes with an assortment of sweet and salty, crispy and crunchy holiday treats.
Chocolate Caramel and Crunch Grand Gift Basket
This basket is filled with yummy treats like chocolate-covered pretzels, caramel popcorn, fruit and more.
Cheryl’s Cookies Chocolate Covered Holiday Cookies
If Oreos are their favorite cookie, this is definitely the sweet treat that you want to get delivered to their front door this holiday season.
Best Christmas Coffee & Tea Gift Baskets
Harry & David Holiday Tea and Mug Gift
Any tea lover would be excited to receive this gift box that comes with tons of teas and two festive mugs.
K Cup Christmas Coffee Gift Set
If you’re gifting them a Keurig coffee machine or know they already own one, buy them this Christmas-themed K-Cup set that includes 12 different options including Peppermint Mocha, Jingle Bell Java and Spiced Eggnog.
Harry & David Holiday Baking and Cocoa Mixes Collection
No holiday season is complete without a few hot chocolate nights! This gift box comes with two hot cocoa mixes with mini marshmallows, two ceramic mugs, a North pole sugar cookie mix and candy cane mint brownie mix.
Bean Box Coffee World Tour Gift Box, $94
If they like to try out different coffee types, consider getting them this world tour gift box from Bean Box.
Hickory Farms Hot Cocoa Gift Basket
While not technically coffee or tea, hot chocolate is one of the best parts of the holiday season! Gift this basket filled with sweater mugs, popcorn, hot cocoa bombs, marshmallows and of course, double chocolate hot chocolate mix.
Best Christmas Family-Friendly Gift Baskets
Cheryl’s Cookies Santa’s Treats Mailbox
This adorable “Santa’s Treats Mailbox” is sure to put will surely anyone’s face this holiday season. It comes with various sweet treats, including buttercream cookies, chocolate covered pretzels and more.
Shari’s Berries Jolly Gingerbread Bouquet
This chocolate-covered gingerbread man fruit bouquet is great for all ages and is bound to get everyone into the holiday spirit.
Sugarwish Personalized Gift Box
A personalized gift basket filled with goodies adults and kids will love? We’re in!
Cheryl’s Cookies 12 Days of Christmas Whimsical Advent Calendar
Make the holidays even more fun for your little ones with this advent calendar filled with yummy Cheryl’s Cookies.
Dylan’s Candy Bar Candy Cabin Gingerbread House
There’s nothing more festive than decorating a gingerbread house with your kids during the holidays. We love this option from Dylan’s Candy Bar as it’s already assembled!
Personalized M&Ms Gift Jar
If anyone in your family is obsessed with M&Ms, you can’t go wrong with this gift jar that gives customers the option to customize words on the chocolate treats.
GourmetGiftBaskets.com You Are Magic! Gift Bucket
For the little girl (or guy!) who is obsessed with ponies, mermaids and anything pretty-and-pink, you can’t go wrong with this fun “magic!” gift basket.
1-800-Baskets.com Island Escape Spa Gift Basket
Transport your loved ones to the tropics with this relaxing spa basket that comes with body lotion, an eye mask, an exfoliating towel and more.
Shari’s Berries Santa’s Reindeer™ Dipped Strawberries
These adorable, reindeer-inspired, chocolate covered strawberries are sure to be the key to everyone’s heart this holiday season!
Best Christmas Wine & Alcohol Gift Baskets
Hickory Farms Holly Jolly Holiday Wine Gift Basket
A little wine never hurt anybody. This large gift basket from Hickory Farms comes with two bottles of vino, cheese, brownie bites and more.
Hickory Farms Holiday Entertaining Gift Set With Wine
Hickory Farms’ entertaining gift set features sausage, salami, cheese, crisps and red wine.
Man Crates Personalized Smokin’ Old Fashioned Crate
For the spirited gift recipient who loves old-fashioned beverages, get them this epic personalized gift basket for the holidays.
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