8 Easy Homemade Food Gifts

Photo by: Kate Mathis

Fig and Walnut Cheese Ball

If you want to make these sweet-and-savory cheese balls up to a week ahead, do not cover with nuts — they will become soft and chewy. Wrap balls in plastic wrap and refrigerate, then roll in chopped nuts before gift giving. (They're best if eaten within two days.)

Photo by: Kate Mathis

Fig and Walnut Cheese Ball

If you want to make these sweet-and-savory cheese balls up to a week ahead, do not cover with nuts — they will become soft and chewy. Wrap balls in plastic wrap and refrigerate, then roll in chopped nuts before gift giving. (They're best if eaten within two days.)