Unique homemade gifts for chocolate fanatics

The holiday season is upon us. It’s a time to honor your loved ones with that perfect gift that reflects their weird obsessions. And maybe outdo the other gifts they get in order to curry favor. It’s an oddly stressful time for most people as they deal with the stress of finding something that is (a) unique, (b) worthy of their appreciation, and (c) thoughtful.

Chocolate lovers are an especially discriminating breed. They can taste unique flavor profiles from their favorite chocolate confection that other people simply don’t notice. They won’t settle for an ordinary bar from the convenience store across the street. How are you supposed to find a gift for such a discerning group of people?

Considering we are very much “chocolate people” at Western Chocolate Company, we’re here to help. These are the gifts that would make our hearts sing, and they just may work for the chocolate lover in your life. These are all handcrafted gifts straight from the heart. They’ll definitely put you at the top of their favorite person list.

Roasted Almond and Black Pepper Truffles

Let’s start the list with two different types of truffles for two very different types of people. The first on the list is this roasted almond and black pepper truffle. If your gift recipient is an adventurous foodie who loves to experiment with different flavors in their chocolate, this recipe is a showstopper. A good test is to think about the last chocolate flavor they bought. If it included ingredients you didn’t even know existed, this is a great choice. Be prepared to work a little bit for this one.

Hot Chocolate Truffles

The hot chocolate truffle is for the classic chocolate lover - someone who appreciates tried-and-true flavors and seasonally appropriate themes. The fun part of this recipe is its versatility. You can decorate in a way that works for you. 

Maybe your giftee likes a little spice. Add some chili powder into the cocoa dusting for a Mexican hot chocolate. Use mint extract for peppermint flavor in the marshmallow truffle. Classic works for a reason - it’s delicious.

Decadent Hot Chocolate Kit

Everyone appreciates a hot drink in the winter. Add chocolate and you'll be swimming in warmth and decadence. But we can probably all agree that some of the store-bought hot chocolate mixes are subpar at best. Boost your Secret Santa’s game by gifting them with a homemade hot chocolate kit personalized to their tastes. 

It’s simple. You just need to find a recipe you love and purchase the ingredients that are shelf-stable for a while. Try this one that turns a chocolate bar into a decadent cup of hot chocolate. This recipe makes a classic cup that’s easy to add to. These hot chocolate bombs are a fun and interesting way to make hot chocolate.

If they’re vegan, choose thoughtful vegan ingredients. If they love a certain topping, add it in. These are easy to individualize. Combine it with the hot chocolate truffles for extra star power.

Create your own chocolate box

Have you ever gotten a box of chocolate and been underwhelmed with half of the offerings? It really is a game of chance. Show your loved one you care a whole lot by making them a box filled with chocolate confections they’ll actually enjoy.

The recipes you choose for this will vary wildly with someone else. Figure out 3-4 types of chocolates that you know they love and research some great recipes for each. Maybe they’re into chocolate turtles or chocolate caramels. 

There are lots of creative ideas out there for a perfect homemade gift for the chocolate lover in your life. Consider yourself lucky because you have a lot to work with. Just remember to make it unique to your loved one, celebrate the chocolate, and create it with a lot of love - if that’s the case, you’ll have nothing to worry about!