When you use Frontier Co-op® Bulk ingredients to make your own gifts, you go beyond simple gift giving. You save money and you support farming communities and sustainable sourcing around the world. Here are a few simple recipes to get you started.
Cocoa & Cacao Nib Mason Jar Cookie Mix
A scrumptious holiday gift with Frontier Co-op® Organic Cacao Nibs for added chocolaty satisfaction.
How to Make the Gift
You’ll Need:
- 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ teaspoon Frontier Co-op® Baking Soda
- ¾ teaspoon Frontier Co-op® Sea Salt
- ¾ cup Frontier Co-op® Cacao Nibs
- ½ cup almonds
- ¼ cup Frontier Co-op® Organic Cocoa Powder
- ¼ teaspoon Frontier Co-op® Organic Ground Ceylon Cinnamon
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup Frontier Organic Co-op® Cane Sugar
- 1 whole Frontier Co-op® Organic Vanilla Bean
- 1 quart jar with lid
To Assemble:
- Mix flour, baking soda and salt and place in jar.
- Layer cacao nibs, almonds, cocoa, cinnamon and sugars over flour mixture, ensuring that sugars are on top.
- Tuck vanilla bean into middle of jar.
- Replace lid and seal tightly. Decorate jar as desired.
Directions for Gift Receiver
You’ll Need:
- 1½ sticks unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
Recipe Directions:
- Using a stand mixer, in a medium mixing bowl beat softened butter until smooth.
- Add sugars from jar and mix until well blended.
- Add egg and mix well.
- Slowly add remaining ingredients from jar, mixing until thoroughly combined.
- Shape rounded tablespoons of dough into balls and place 2 inches apart on a parchment-lined cookie sheet.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes.
Makes approximately 30 cookies.
MULLED WINE SPICE BLEND
A classic holiday gift made easy with Frontier Co-op®'s Cider Mate Mulling Spice.
How to Make the Gift
You’ll Need:
- 2 cups Frontier Co-op® Organic Cider Mate Mulling Spice
- 8 Frontier Tea Bags
To Assemble:
- Add ¼ cup mulling spice to each tea bag.
- Tie bag closed.
- Decorate each bag as desired
Get Creative:
Attach your mulling spices to a bottle of wine or cider for a perfect party gift.
Directions for Gift Receiver
- For mulled wine: 750-milliliter bottle of your favorite red wine
- For mulled cider: ½ gallon apple cider
Recipe Directions:
- Heat red wine or cider over medium-high heat until steaming.
- Add tea bag.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
Makes 6 servings.
ORGANIC TURMERIC EGGNOG MIX
This new twist on classic eggnog is a perfect holiday gift for adding flavor to any festivity.
How to Make the Gift
You’ll Need:
- 1 cup Frontier Co-op® Organic Non-fat Dry Milk
- ¼ cup Frontier Co-op® Organic Cornstarch
- ⅓ cup Frontier Co-op® Organic Cane Sugar
- ¼ teaspoon Frontier Co-op® Organic Ground Turmeric
- 1 teaspoon Frontier Co-op® Organic Ground Nutmeg
- 1 whole Frontier Co-op® Organic Vanilla Bean
- 1 pint jar with lid
To Assemble:
- Layer powdered milk, cornstarch, sugar and spices into jar.
- Tuck vanilla bean into middle of jar.
- Replace lid and seal tightly. Decorate jar as desired.
Directions for Gift Receiver
- ½ gallon organic milk
Recipe Directions:
- In a 3-quart pot, add milk.
- Slowly add ingredients from jar, whisking until thoroughly combined.
- Warm on medium-low heat until steaming. Do not allow to boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover and cook for 5 minutes.
- Remove vanilla bean.
- Chill in refrigerator until cool, and enjoy.
Makes 16 servings.
OVERNIGHT OATS WITH CHIA & ALMONDS
This holiday season, give the gift of a hearty, nourishing breakfast with oatmeal you can make in the refrigerator.
How to Make the Gift
You’ll Need:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons Frontier Co-op® Organic Chia Seeds
- ½ teaspoon Frontier Co-op® Organic Ceylon Cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon Frontier Co-op® Organic Cocoa Powder
- ¼ cup sliced almonds
- 1 teaspoon Frontier Co-op® Organic Cane Sugar
- Pinch salt
- 1 pint jar with lid
To Assemble:
- Layer oats, chia seeds, cinnamon, cocoa powder, almonds, sugar and salt into jar.
- Replace lid and seal tightly. Decorate jar as desired.
Directions for Gift Receiver
- ½ cup milk or water
Recipe Directions:
- Into jar of oat mixture, add milk or water and stir.
- Seal jar and place in refrigerator overnight.
- Open, stir and enjoy cold.
Makes 1 serving.
NO-BAKE CACAO NIB ENERGY BITES
A special gift your recipients can make without having to bake, featuring Frontier Co-op® Cacao Nibs for a delightful chocolaty crunch.
How to Make the Gift
You’ll Need:
- 1 cup granola
- 2 cups pitted dates
- ½ cup whole almonds
- ¼ cup Frontier Co-op® Cacao Nibs
- ½ cup rolled oats
- 1 quart jar with lid
To Assemble:
- Layer granola, dates, almonds, cacao nibs, and oats in jar, making sure oats are last.
- Replace lid and seal tightly. Decorate jar as desired.
Directions for Gift Receiver
- ½ cup peanut, cashew or almond butter
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil or butter
Recipe Directions:
- Remove oats from jar and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl or food processor, add remaining jar contents, peanut butter and coconut oil. Mix or process until thoroughly combined.
- Divide into 24 small portions and roll to form balls.
- Roll balls in oats to coat.
- Refrigerate for about 2 hours until firm, and enjoy.
Makes about 24 energy bites.
PUMPKIN SPICE COFFEE BLEND
Give your friends and loved ones an eye-opening gift with this pumpkin-spiced holiday pick-me-up.
How to Make the Gift
You’ll Need:
- 1½ cups ground coffee
- 2 tablespoons Frontier Co-op® Organic Pumpkin Pie Spice
- 1 pint jar with lid
To Assemble:
- In jar, combine coffee and pumpkin pie spice.
- Seal jar and shake to mix thoroughly.
Directions for Gift Receiver
- Brew the same way as you would regular coffee.
- Makes about 5 pots of coffee, depending on strength.
Get Creative:
- Try adding other spices to the coffee mix, like Frontier Organic Chicory Root or Vanilla Beans.
- Add cream, Frontier Organic Cane Sugar and a sprinkle of Frontier Organic Ground Nutmeg, then stir with a Frontier Organic Cinnamon Stick.
- Use a milk steamer and add simple syrup for a quick pumpkin spice latte.
GUNPOWDER GREEN ELDERBERRY TEA
A colorful holiday gift with Frontier Co-op® Green Tea.
How to Make the Gift
You’ll Need:
- 1-pound Frontier Co-op® Gunpowder Green Tea
- 1-pound Frontier Co-op® Elderberries
- 6 quart jars
To Assemble:
- In a large bowl, combine tea and elderberries.
- Stir and divide into quart jars.
- Replace lid and seal tightly. Decorate jar as desired.
Directions for Gift Receiver
- Steep approximately 2 tablespoons in 8 ounces hot water to desired strength. Enjoy!
- Makes approximately 20 cups of tea.
Get Creative:
- Pour loose leaf tea into reusable cotton tea bags and arrange as a wreath on your table or your tree.
- Fill clear ball ornaments with loose-leaf tea and use as seasonal decorations.
SALT AND PEPPER SAMPLER
Give a gift that adds flavor, spice and appeal to any dish. Perfect for your favorite foodie or cooking enthusiast.
How to Make the Gift
You’ll Need:
- 1 pound Frontier Co-op® Whole Pink Peppercorns
- 1 pound Frontier Co-op® Whole Green Peppercorns
- 1 pound Frontier Co-op® Whole White Peppercorns
- 1 pound Frontier Co-op® Whole Black Peppercorns
- 1 pound Frontier Co-op® Himalayan Salt
- 1 pound Frontier Co-op® Fleur De Sel
- 1 pound Frontier Co-op® Grey Sea Salt
- 1 pound Frontier Co-op® Applewood Smoked Sea Salt
- 8 1-ounce Wide-Mouth Jars with Cap
To Assemble:
- Fill one container with pink peppercorns, one with green peppercorns, etc., to make eight containers of individual ingredients.
- Place all 8 jars into a box of your choice and decorate as desired.
Directions for Gift Receiver
Use whole peppercorns and salts in any salt or pepper grinder.