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Three Easy Ways in Gift Giving this Holiday Season

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When it comes to gift giving, I get totally lost. Especially if it’s not a family member. I have no idea what the person needs, already has, or doesn’t like. It’s almost like I freeze and don’t know what to do when I’m gifting for others. Have you ever felt that way before? I hate to admit it but it’s true. With so many options out there, it’s so hard to decide on that perfect gift. So that is why baking a gift is a perfect solution when gift giving. Not only is it a way to show them that you care but it’s a special treat for them to enjoy around the holidays.

Do you know what the best part of baking for others is? You don’t have to spend a lot of time doing it. -And, I am all for that around the holidays. You will be amazed how an easy recipe can turn into a perfect gift for the holidays.

Just like the other day, my husband says to me that his office is having an early Christmas party and they’re doing a yankee swap. Some might also call it, a white elephant swap. Either way, his co-workers are exchanging gifts this year. Nothing too fancy but they must keep the cost of the presents under ten dollars. When it comes to gifting for others my husband also panics and asks for my opinion. In this case, he had no idea what to do since the office staff is mostly women. But needless to say, I said to him not to worry because I instantly knew what I was going to do.

Having you tried Rubbermaid TakeAlongs before? Oh, how I love them. But get this, they now come in limited edition colors of red and green and they also have a holiday print just in time for the holiday season. I know, how cool! If you’re thinking of what I am thinking then you’re absolutely right. I’m baking delicious cookies and placing them inside these awesome containers.  I mean hello, It’s a no-brainer. All I have to do is bake the cookies, place the lid on, add a fancy bow to the top and be done. Simple and easy. How can you go wrong with homemade cookies? You can’t.

-And you know what is even better? You can now find these Rubbermaid TakeAlongs at your local Walmart store until December 24th. Winning!

 

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Rubbermaid TakeAlongs are the perfect holiday food storage container. Placing your holiday meals or snacks have never been easier when it comes to sharing them with friends or family members.

Another reason why I love using Rubbermaid TakeAlongs around the holiday seasons is because how their Quik Clik Seal™ keeps my food secure when traveling. The soft lid grips the container tightly which helps prevent spills but yet, has a large tab opening for easy access.

Here it is my friends, I saved the best three features for last.

They’re microwaveable, (oh, yes!), dishwasher and freezer safe (oh, heck yes!). Now, that is exactly how we want to serve our holiday cooking or snacks. Having these on hand makes the holiday gift giving season extremely effortless.

 

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Wait a minute, didn’t you say baking? Oh yes, I did! These chewy half-dipped semi-sweet chocolate sugar cookies are truly a staple in my household come the holiday season. -And you better believe these cookies will be the best gift at my husband’s Christmas party this year. Do you know what the best part of making these yummy half-dipped chocolate sugar cookies? You only need a few ingredients. They’re so easy, it’s silly.

First, you will need two cups of white sugar, two 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, one teaspoon of baking soda, two teaspoons of vanilla extract, two eggs, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, one 1/4 cups of margarine, one cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips and one teaspoon of canola oil.

Place your dry ingredients in large bowl and whisk well. Next, add your two eggs, two teaspoons of vanilla and one 1/4 cups of margarine. Blend well with a hand mixer until formed.

 

Once your dough is formed, take a piece of wax paper and place your sugar cookie dough on top. Form the dough into a large roll and place in the fridge for 15 minutes. I always find that my homemade cookie dough is best when I refrigerated it before baking.

 

 

Now is a great time to pre-heat your oven to 350° degrees. Remove your dough from the refrigerator and slice. Next,  hand-roll the cookie dough into balls. Take your baking sheet and add your cookie dough to it.

Bake for 11-13 minutes or until your sugar cookies edges become lightly brown. Let your cookies cool completely.

 

 

While your cookies are cooling,  take one cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips and one teaspoon of canola oil and place them both in a medium-size microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 15-30 second intervals and continue to stir in-between until your chocolate is melted and smooth.

Dip your cooled cookie into the melted chocolate. You want to dip the cookie in an angle to cover half the cookie. Place your cookie on wax paper and sprinkle green or red sugar crystals on the other side of the cookie.

 

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Half Dipped Chocolate Sugar Cookies

So as you can see, one of the best ways to share your holiday homemade goodies is storing them first in a holiday Rubbermaid TakeAlongs. No need to wrap it, it’s perfect as is. Just place a fancy bow on top of the lid or a Christmas tag and you’re ready to give.  Not only will your gift recipient love your scrumptious desserts but they can reuse their Rubbermaid TakeAlongs year round for their own use.

Organizing Rubbermaid TakeAlongs is simple. Stack them together and cover. Whenever I need to reheat my foods before heading to a party or friends house, I just grab a few from my cabinet and go. I can always count on Rubbermaid to keep my foods safe.

 

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Share the Holidays with Rubbermaid TagAlongs

So tell me, how would you share the holidays with Rubbermaid TakeAlongs?

Which cookie recipe do you like to gift?

For more great holiday inspirations click here.

 

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  1. blessing boamah says

    November 21, 2016 at 9:31 pm

    I love homemade cookies (: I'll have to try these they look delicious.
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  2. Alli Smith says

    November 23, 2016 at 5:15 am

    I always stock up on Rubbermaid food containers during the holidays. When I'm hosting the family for dinner parties, I send home leftovers with them, plus I keep enough on hand to store cookies, etc. I love the idea of using the containers to gift cookies for a gift exchange.
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  3. Jeanette says

    November 23, 2016 at 8:18 am

    I think I want to do something like this and then give it to our boys in blue or fireman. I think my son will get a hit out of that and he can decorate these anyway he wants.
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  4. Paula Schuck says

    November 23, 2016 at 8:22 am

    Homemade cookies are one of the best holiday gifts you can give. Who doesn't love cookies?
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  5. Jenn says

    November 23, 2016 at 10:03 am

    These are one of my favorite cookies. They taste so good. They make for a great gift too. Yum!
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  6. Mimi Green says

    November 23, 2016 at 5:36 pm

    Tupperware is a gift that keeps on giving. I bring some to my parent's house to bring home some leftovers. I believe in coming prepared.
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  7. Bella says

    November 23, 2016 at 7:39 pm

    I always struggle with gift giving, I can however bake! Treats make such a great gift and they are always appreciated.
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  8. Maureen @Scoops of Joy says

    November 23, 2016 at 10:42 pm

    Those cookies looks sooo delicious and very easy to make! Will pin this so I can try to make it with my son later :D
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  9. rika says

    November 24, 2016 at 12:14 am

    Those sugar cookies look so good! I love Rubbermaid products, always purchase a new set for the holiday
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  10. Ali says

    November 24, 2016 at 1:48 pm

    We are doing a Yankee Swap for the first time at work this year and I had NO idea what to get. Now I do :) Thank you so much for the hint!
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  11. Fi Ni Neachtain says

    November 24, 2016 at 2:02 pm

    Those Rubbermaid boxes sound great, perfect for taking treats to family this time of year. Those cookies look delicious too :)
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  12. Ave says

    November 24, 2016 at 4:51 pm

    Those cookies look really delicious! I'm struggling with buying gifts too, but baking some treats sounds like a perfect idea!
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  13. Jennifer says

    November 25, 2016 at 9:45 am

    I love the holiday Rubbermaid containers! I use them for food, and recently found they are great for keeping Christmas decorations organized too! So when can I expect some of those cookies on my porch? LOL.
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  14. Chrishelle Ebner says

    November 25, 2016 at 10:21 am

    Mmmm... your cookies look delicious. Those Rubbermaid TakeAlong containers in the red and green Christmas colors make homemade gift giving so easy. PS. I love your bow, simply stunning.
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  15. Garf says

    November 25, 2016 at 10:58 am

    Those cookies look really good to pair with my hot choco in the morning. Thanks for sharing the recipes.
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  16. Bill S says

    November 25, 2016 at 1:53 pm

    These cookies look so good!! I love how versatile Rubbermaid containers are, the Christmas colors are perfect for giving cookies in!
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  17. Chubskulit Rose says

    November 26, 2016 at 10:00 am

    I can totally relate, it is hard to get a gift for someone you don't really kno=w and sure what they want. Homebaked cookies is one great idea.
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  18. Anosa says

    November 26, 2016 at 1:21 pm

    I have having good containers at home, when I bake it's nice to take them in a cute container
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