Homemade Chocolate Gifts (Easy and Budget Friendly)

These homemade chocolate gifts are easy to make and budget friendly. Perfect for birthdays, Christmas, host gifts, or Valentine’s Day, these DIY chocolate gifts are sure to be well received. Making chocolate treats at home also adds a personal touch that shows just how much you care.

Easy DIY Chocolate Gifts

From chocolate truffles to chocolate covered fruit and nuts, this list has got you covered. Even beginner cooks can easily whip up these yummy handmade chocolate treats:

1. Strawberry Chocolate Truffles

Homemade chocolates on a white plate.
Strawberry Chocolate Truffles

These Strawberry truffles have a mousse-like center and dark chocolate shell. These yummy treats are loaded with strawberry flavor. A dusting of freeze-dried strawberry powder makes these so pretty and elegant looking. Strawberry Truffles Recipe

2. Chocolate Covered Dates

Six chocolate covered dates on a white plate.
Chocolate Covered Dates

These chocolate covered dates are easy to make and delicious. You can make an assortment with different toppings to choose from. They’re sweet, chewy, and delicious. Chocolate Covered Dates Recipe

3. Chocolate Covered Figs

Chocolate covered figs sprinkled with chopped pecans on a white plate.
Chocolate Covered Figs

These chocolate covered figs are one of my favorite easy chocolate gift ideas. They’re a must-try, especially if you prefer something memorable and unique. If you have some dried figs in your pantry then give these a go! Chocolate Covered Figs Recipe

4. Almond Butter Chocolates

Eight almond butter chocolates on a white plate.
Almond Butter Chocolate Truffles

These almond butter chocolate truffles are quick and easy to make. They have a luscious, creamy center and crunchy outer shell. These treats are simple and so delicious. Almond Butter Chocolates Recipe

5. Mango Truffles

Mango truffles on a white plate.
Mango Truffles

These mango truffles are completely unique tasting and have such a luscious filling coated in a crunchy, dark chocolate outer shell. These are one of my favorite DIY chocolate gift ideas. They’re surprisingly easy to make too. Mango Truffles Recipe

6. Rose Truffles

Rose truffles on a white plate.
Rose Truffles

These rose truffles are perfect for Valentine’s Day, bridal showers, tea parties, baby showers, or any other occasion that calls for a pretty and romantic little treat. They’re so delicious and simple to prepare. Rose Truffles Recipe

7. Lavender Chocolate Truffles

Lavender truffles on a white plate.
Lavender Chocolate Truffles

These lavender truffles have a delightful scent and uniquely delicious flavor. They make lovely homemade gifts or wedding favors and are a delicious addition to an elegant dessert table. Lavender Truffles Recipe

8. Chocolate Covered Pineapple

Four chocolate covered pineapple rings on a white plate.
Chocolate Covered Pineapple

These chocolate covered pineapple rings are impressive looking yet easy to make. They look kind of like donuts! They’re so juicy and flavorful. Chocolate Covered Pineapple Recipe

9. Chocolate Covered Blackberry Clusters

Chocolate blackberries on a white plate.

These chocolate covered blackberry clusters are perfect for summertime gifting. They’re quick and easy to make. These are such a delicious and unique gift. Chocolate Blackberries Recipe

10. Pumpkin Spice Chocolates

Pumpkin chocolates on a white plate.
Pumpkin Spice Chocolates

These pumpkin spice chocolates are perfect for fall. They’re warmly spiced, rich, and delicious. These decadent truffles are a must try if you’re craving fall flavors. Pumpkin Spice Chocolates Recipe

11. Coconut Chocolate Candy Bars

Coconut candy bars displayed on a plate.
Coconut Chocolate Candy Bars

These coconut chocolate candy bars are the perfect gift for chocolate coconut lovers. They’re sweet, rich, and chewy. You might just have to sneak a little taste of these before packaging the rest up for gifting. Coconut Candy Bars Recipe

12. Olive Oil Chocolates

Olive oil chocolates sprinkled with sea salt on a white plate.

These olive oil chocolate truffles have an unexpectedly delicious flavor and a luscious texture. They’re perfect if you’d like to give a homemade chocolate gift that’s completely unique. Olive Oil Chocolates Recipe

13. Chocolate Coconut Date Balls

Nine chocolate coconut date balls on a white plate.
Chocolate Coconut Date Balls

These chocolate coconut date balls are sweetened with dates and rolled in shredded coconut. They’re as delicious as they are pretty looking. These treats are refined sugar free too. Chocolate Coconut Date Balls Recipe

14. Chocolate Covered Walnuts

Chocolate walnuts on a white plate.
Chocolate Covered Walnuts

These dark chocolate covered walnuts are elegant and easy to make. They’re delicious and have a satisfying crunch. They’re the perfect gift for someone who would appreciate a more nutritious treat. Chocolate Walnuts Recipe

15. Chocolate Covered Dried Cherries

Chocolate covered dried cherries on a white plate.
Chocolate Covered Dried Cherries

These chocolate covered dried cherries are simple to prepare and easily transportable. They’re mouthwateringly good. These treats are perfect for chocolate cherry lovers. Chocolate Covered Dried Cherries Recipe

16. Chocolate Covered Pecans

Chocolate pecans on a white plate.
Dark Chocolate Covered Pecans

These dark chocolate covered pecans are quick and easy to prepare. They’re perfect for holiday gifting and also make a great addition to any dessert table. Toasted pecans add a buttery texture and cozy flavor to these delicious treats. Chocolate Covered Pecans Recipe

17. Chocolate Covered Pumpkin Seeds

Chocolate covered pumpkin seeds on a white plate.
Chocolate Covered Pumpkin Seeds

These chocolate covered pumpkin seeds are a simple and tasty nut-free treat. They make great gifts for any occasion. These clusters have a satisfying crunch and delicious flavor. Chocolate Covered Pumpkin Seeds Recipe

18. Chocolate Covered Pears

Three chocolate covered pears crusted with chopped pistachios.
Chocolate Covered Pears

These chocolate covered pears are a budget-friendly and delicious homemade gift for Christmas or any other special occasion. They’re so easy to make. Chocolate Covered Pears Recipe

19. Chocolate Covered Grapes

Chocolate covered grapes sprinkled with chopped pecans on a white plate.
Chocolate Covered Grapes

These chocolate covered grapes are sweet, juicy, and delicious. Chocolate and grapes are an unexpectedly delicious flavor combination. These simple treats make great gifts for any occasion. Chocolate Covered Grapes Recipe

20. Lime Chocolates

Lime chocolates on a white plate.
Lime Chocolates

These lime chocolates are a lovely addition to a dessert table and make great DIY chocolate gifts for Christmas, host gifts, birthdays, and other occasions. Dark chocolate and fresh lime is an unexpected but delightful flavor combination. Lime Chocolates Recipe

21. Chocolate Covered Hazelnuts

Chocolate covered hazelnuts on a white plate.
Chocolate Covered Hazelnuts

These chocolate covered hazelnuts are a tasty addition to a dessert table and also make lovely homemade gifts for any occasion. A sprinkle of sea salt gives these clusters such a pretty appearance. Chocolate Covered Hazelnuts Recipe

22. Peanut Butter Chocolates

Peanut butter chocolates sprinkled with sea salt on a white plate.
Peanut Butter Chocolates

These mouthwatering peanut butter chocolates are so easy to make. These are a must try if you love the flavor combination of chocolate and peanut butter. Peanut Butter Chocolates Recipe

23. Raspberry Chocolates

Raspberry chocolates on a white plate.
Raspberry Chocolates

These raspberry chocolates have a luscious, melt-in-your-mouth texture. They’re quick and easy to prepare. Raspberry Chocolates Recipe

24. Chocolate Covered Apricots

Chocolate covered apricots on a white plate.
Chocolate Covered Apricots

These chocolate covered apricots make lovely homemade gifts for any occasion. I like to make an assortment with different toppings to choose from. Chocolate Covered Apricots Recipe

25. Vegan Mint Chocolates

Vegan mint chocolates surrounded by fresh mint leaves on a white plate.
Vegan Mint Chocolates

These vegan mint chocolates are refreshing yet decadent. They have luscious, melt-in-your-mouth texture and such a delicious flavor. Vegan Mint Chocolates Recipe

26. Dark Chocolate Covered Cashews

Dark chocolate covered cashews sprinkled with sea salt on a white plate.
Dark Chocolate Covered Cashews

These dark chocolate covered cashew clusters are quick and easy to make. The earthy, slightly bitter flavor of the dark chocolate complements the richness of the cashews nicely. Dark Chocolate Covered Cashews Recipe

27. Tahini Truffles

Tahini truffles sprinkled with sesame seeds on a white plate.
Tahini Chocolate Truffles

These tahini truffles have a luscious filling and a crunchy outer shell. The combination of tahini and dark chocolate creates a delightfully unique flavor profile. Tahini Truffles Recipe

28. Chocolate Covered Sunflower Seeds

Chocolate covered sunflower seeds on a white plate.
Chocolate Covered Sunflower Seeds

These chocolate sunflower seed clusters are delicious and have a satisfying crunch. They’re perfect if you need a nutritious nut-free option. Chocolate Covered Sunflower Seeds Recipe

29. Dark Chocolate Peanut Clusters

Several dark chocolate peanut clusters on a white plate.
Dark Chocolate Peanut Clusters

These chocolate peanut clusters have just the right balance of sweet and salty flavors. They’re so easy to make and delicious. Dark Chocolate Peanut Clusters Recipe

30. Chocolate Pistachio Clusters

Pistachio clusters on a white plate.
Chocolate Pistachio Clusters

These delicious chocolate pistachio treats are so easy to make. They’re a must-try if you love the flavor combination of pistachios and chocolate. Pistachio Clusters Recipe

How to Package these DIY Chocolate Gifts

Place these homemade chocolate treats in a paper box, cellophane bag, or tin. All that’s left is to add a pretty ribbon and a label. Be sure to keep them refrigerated until it’s time for gifting. So stock up on chocolate and try out some of these easy DIY chocolate gift ideas!