Give Dad One of These Tasty Homemade Food Gifts this Father's Day

Is there anything more heavenly than the combination of bacon and bourbon? Gift Dad the opportunity to enjoy this magic pairing in a whole new way. He can slather this sweet-savory chunky jam on egg sandwiches, burgers, spread it over toast, or enjoy it with cheese.

Upgrade Dad's snack time with homemade pita bread and the added bonus of hummus to dip it right into. If you have ever tasted freshly baked homemade pita, you'll know that the smell alone is incredible and definitely gift worthy—it's also easier to make than you might think.

Fancy pickle brands have nothing on our quick homemade version—they're great on sandwiches, burgers, hot dogs, or straight from the jar. Don't limit the option to cucumbers, though: You'll find that this recipe works beautifully with cauliflower, radishes, green beans, or whatever pickled vegetable you think Dad would like.

When a sweet craving comes on, Dad will be so happy to have this the MVP of chocolate chip cookies. There's bacon, potato chips, and dark chocolate chunks inside, making these cookies salty, sweet, and totally snackable. This recipe makes 20 cookies—we won't tell him if you keep a few for yourself.

Let him savor the start of tomato season with this baked focaccia that concentrates tomato flavor into a fluffy, airy, bread. Stunning to look at and equally delicious to snack on, this homemade bread is a piece of edible art.

Sausage is incredibly easy to make if you skip the awkward casing and go right to the patties. Prepare and freeze these so Dad has quick breakfast access on hand. These patties perfectly fit onto a breakfast sandwich—move over BEC.

Crunchy, salty, and a touch sweet, this highly addictive snack mix is the perfect game day party mix or in-between meal bite. The recipe makes plenty, so Dad won't be left wanting for more and the cook can enjoy a little, too. 

If Dad appreciates spicy flavors and chile oil isn't already on his radar, this is the gift for him. A spoonful seems to perk up any savory dish and just might replace the hot sauce jar on the table. Check out our guide on how to make chile oil to put your creative spin on it or follow the recipe below.

Gift Dad a jar of this granola and he has breakfast and morning caffeine covered. It's hard to go wrong with homemade granola: It doesn't need to be consumed immediately—though it might be—and just tastes so much better than anything you'd buy in the store.

For a bakery-worthy recipe made right at home, prepare a loaf of sweet, buttery bread complete with a chocolate cinnamon swirl. If you haven't made a braided bread before, watch the video attached to this recipe for a visual guide that ensures a baking success.

Homemade food gifts don't have to be complicated to make a big impact. Enhancing the flavor of already tasty Cerignola olives with hot peppers and rosemary turns them into a power snack. This recipe works equally well with any type of olive from the olive bar.

If your dad loves grilling, he already has his favorite BBQ sauce, so stock his refrigerator with a jar of this chutney instead. A dollop over any grilled fish, meat, or vegetables instantly upgrades the meal. 

Set Dad up for sandwich success with one of the most popular and foolproof bread baking techniques we know. Set yourself up for success by reading the recipe and factoring in time to let the bread rise, then relax while it does the work.