Christmas Gift Baskets Delivered: 2026 Guide
Posted by SendaMeal.com on Nov 10th 2026
Quick answer: The best Christmas gift baskets pair treats people love with food they will actually eat, such as cookies, charcuterie, fresh fruit, chocolate or a ready-to-heat holiday dinner. SendaMeal.com ships Christmas gift baskets to the 48 contiguous states starting at $70.99, and most baskets in this guide include free standard shipping. Christmas is Friday, December 25, 2026.
A good gift basket feels generous without making the recipient do any work. Below you will find 12 Christmas gift baskets compared by price and contents, picks for families, coworkers and gluten-free eaters, a meal gift option that turns into dinner, and the dates to order so your gift arrives before the holiday rush.
What are the best Christmas gift baskets for 2026?
These are our top Christmas gift baskets, listed from lowest to highest price. Prices were listed on SendaMeal.com on November 10, 2026 and may change. Shipping is shown at checkout before you pay.
| Gift basket | Best for | What's inside | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gift Basket for Christmas | Neighbors and teachers | Caramel popcorn, butter toffee peanuts, chocolate caramel grahams and two kinds of cookies | $70.99 |
| Holiday Bundt Cake Assortment | Cake lovers | Five mini Bundt cakes, including one gluten-free Bavarian cream-filled cake | $70.99 |
| Holiday Belgian Chocolate Bark & Nonpareil Gift Tray | Chocolate fans | Two 4 oz. bags of peppermint bark and two 4 oz. bags of holiday nonpareils | $81.99 |
| Gourmet Cheese & Cracker Delight | Hosts and hostesses | Garlic and cheddar cheeses, two olive blends, hot pepper jelly, honey mustard and flatbread crackers | $87.99 |
| Christmas Gift for Families | Christmas morning | Ten bakery items: muffins, sticky buns, Danish, a croissant and tea breads in a woven basket | $115.99 |
| Gluten Free Christmas Gifts | Gluten-free eaters | Salami, bruschetta, sea salt crackers, cookies, snack blends and energy bites | $121.99 |
| Holiday Classics Candy Gift Tower | Sweet tooths | Chocolate peanut butter fudge, malted milk balls, pretzel poppers and gingersnaps | $121.99 |
| Deluxe Charcuterie Gift Tower | Clients and in-laws | Garlic summer sausage, two cheeses, crackers, pistachios, sea salt caramels and wafer cookies | $144.99 |
| Christmas Cookie Gift Box for Santa | Families with kids | Whoopie pies, four jumbo cookies, brownies, a blondie and a fruit bar | $144.99 |
| Season's Greetings Gift Tower | Sharing at a party | 13 items, including two summer sausages, two cheeses, crackers, cookies, chocolate bark and caramels | $149.99 |
| Holiday Fruit Gift Basket | Grandparents | Nine pieces of fresh fruit, cheddar, summer sausage, olives, chocolates and caramel sauce | $234.99 |
| Signature Series Executive Suite Snack Gift Basket | Whole offices | Cheeses, salami, crackers, fudge, chocolates, three kinds of popcorn and many kinds of cookies | $380.99 |
Want more choices? Browse all gift baskets, our Christmas collection or the full holiday shop.
Which Christmas gift basket fits your budget?
Our Christmas gift baskets range from $70.99 to $380.99. Here is how they break down by price:
- Under $80: The Gift Basket for Christmas ($70.99), A Taste of Elegance Gift Tower ($70.99) and Sweet Treats Holiday Tower ($75.99) are easy picks for teachers, mail carriers and neighbors.
- $80 to $125: The Gourmet Cheese & Cracker Delight ($87.99) and Christmas Gift for Families ($115.99) work well for friends and relatives.
- $125 to $200: The Deluxe Charcuterie Gift Tower ($144.99) and Snack Gift Basket - Deluxe ($168.99), which packs 14 snacks into a chipwood basket, suit parents, bosses and clients.
- $200 and up: The Holiday Fruit Gift Basket ($234.99) and Chocolate Gift Basket Deluxe ($200.99) make a big impression on the people who matter most.
Looking for budget-friendly dinners instead? See our meal deals and budget meals.
What is a good Christmas gift basket for a family?
For a family, pick a basket that covers a meal or a morning, not just a snack. The Christmas Gift for Families holds ten bakery items, including pistachio muffins, pecan sticky buns and raspberry Danish, so Christmas breakfast is handled. The Holiday Fruit Gift Basket adds pears, oranges and apples alongside cheese and sausage, and the basket lid doubles as a cutting board.
Here is the honest truth about snack baskets: a busy household can finish one in an afternoon. If you want your gift to last longer, send dinner.
Meal gift baskets: the Christmas gift that becomes dinner
A meal gift basket is a box of chef-prepared dinners, sides and desserts that ships frozen and only needs to be heated. It solves the question every host asks in December: what are we eating tonight? These picks come from our complete meals collection:
- Family Meal Gift Box ($189.95): Two holiday turkey dinners, two pineapple-glazed ham meals, two apple-roasted pork tenderloin dinners, two broccoli cheddar soups and two chocolate bourbon pecan tarts. Serves 6 and includes a free $25 digital gift certificate.
- Holiday Ham Dinner ($179.95): A 7 to 9 lb. spiral-sliced ham, 12 potato gratins and two sticky toffee puddings. Serves up to 8, so it can be the Christmas dinner itself.
- Grandma's Cookie Tin ($59.95): 36 cookies in six flavors, from pistachio shortbread to walnut raspberry thumbprint. Serves up to 16.
- Holiday Frosted Cookies ($44.95): Hand-decorated, individually wrapped sugar cookies that are certified kosher. Choose Serves 12 or Serves 24.
Planning the holiday meal itself? Read our guide to Christmas dinner delivery or shop desserts to finish the table.
What are good Christmas gift baskets for coworkers and clients?
For business gifts, choose something easy to share in a break room and free of heavy prep. The Signature Series Executive Suite Snack Gift Basket is a premium snack basket with enough cheese, crackers, cookies and popcorn to share across a team. The Deluxe Charcuterie Gift Tower and Season's Greetings Gift Tower stack savory and sweet items into one neat gift that looks great on a desk.
Sending to a long list of clients? Our corporate gift meals page explains bulk ordering, and our post on why meals make better corporate gifts covers what clients remember after the holidays.
Are there gluten-free Christmas gift baskets?
Yes. The Gluten Free Christmas Gifts basket includes salted fennel salami, sundried tomato bruschetta, gluten-free sea salt crackers, double chocolate chip cookies and energy bites. The Holiday Bundt Cake Assortment includes one gluten-free cake among five, so it suits a mixed household. For dinners, browse our gluten-free meals and other special diet options.
Always read the ingredients and allergen notes on each product page before you order for someone with a food allergy.
When should I order Christmas gift baskets?
Order early in December. Christmas Day, Friday, December 25, 2026, is not available as a delivery date. Standard delivery lets you choose any Wednesday, Thursday or Friday at least six days after you order, so ordering by Thursday, December 10 lets you choose Wednesday, December 16. That leaves room for holiday shipping volume.
- Standard dates are estimates, not guarantees. Most orders arrive on or before the selected date, but weather and carrier delays can shift timing by a day or two.
- Products can ship separately. Gift baskets and frozen meals may be in different shipping groups, so check each product's shipping label and the delivery date shown at checkout.
- Need it sooner? Look for Quick Ship items, which offer Expedited and Overnight shipping.
See the current calendar on our delivery dates page before you check out.
What is the best last-minute Christmas gift basket?
If December 25 is close, send a meal gift by email. The Holiday Meal Gift ($99.95 for Serves 2) is an email voucher that can be delivered the same day during regular business hours on qualifying orders. The recipient chooses a Roast Turkey Breast Dinner, Smoked Turkey Dinner or Pineapple Glazed Ham, then picks the delivery address and date. Standard ground shipping is included, and the voucher is valid for one year. You can also send gift certificates or browse all meal vouchers.
How do you choose the right Christmas gift basket?
- Count the people. A single person needs a smaller basket. A family of six needs a meal box or a 13-item tower.
- Match their taste. Savory eaters like charcuterie and cheese. Sweet lovers want fudge, cookies and chocolate.
- Check dietary needs. Choose gluten-free or kosher options when needed, and review allergens.
- Set your budget. Most baskets in this guide include free standard shipping, so the listed price is close to what you pay.
- Pick a date. Choose a delivery date when someone will be home, and add a gift message of up to 200 characters at checkout.
Still not sure? Try our gift finder or read our gift baskets guide for every occasion.
How do you keep a food gift basket fresh?
Open the box as soon as it arrives. Our frozen meals ship in insulated packaging with dry ice or gel packs. Once thawed, refrigerated meals should be eaten within 3 to 5 days. Snack baskets, cookies and candy can sit on the counter, but put cheese, sausage and fresh fruit in the fridge once opened. The USDA's mail order food safety guide explains how to handle perishable food gifts. If anything arrives damaged or thawed beyond safe temperatures, contact our customer service team within 48 hours.
Christmas gift baskets FAQ
What do you put in a Christmas gift basket?
Popular Christmas gift basket items include cookies, chocolate, fudge, caramel popcorn, cheese, summer sausage, crackers and fresh fruit. A meal gift basket adds ready-to-heat dinners, sides and desserts.
Do Christmas gift baskets ship free?
Most of the gift baskets in this guide list free standard shipping to the 48 contiguous United States. Shipping for every item is shown at checkout before you pay.
How much should I spend on a Christmas gift basket?
A simple rule of thumb: plan on $70 to $90 for neighbors, teachers and coworkers, $115 to $170 for close friends and family, and $200 or more for clients or a whole office.
Can I send a Christmas gift basket to another state?
Yes. SendaMeal.com ships to the 48 contiguous United States. Enter the recipient's address at checkout, and you can use a separate billing address.
Can I include a gift message?
Yes. You can add a personalized gift message of up to 200 characters at checkout, and it is printed and included with the delivery.
What is a good Christmas gift basket for elderly parents?
Choose easy food that needs little work. The Holiday Fruit Gift Basket or a box of ready-to-heat dinners from our senior meals collection are thoughtful choices. Our guide to meal delivery for elderly parents has more ideas.
Send a Christmas gift basket they will use
The best Christmas gift baskets get eaten, shared and remembered. Pick a basket from the table above, choose your delivery date and add a note. For more ideas, read our Christmas gift ideas, gifts for Mom and gifts for men, or shop all gift baskets now.