Last-minute Mother’s Day foodie treats (and more gifts) you can’t go wrong with
By Sandy C.
If you forgot about Mother’s Day (you did, didn’t you?), it’s not too late to surprise your mom with an amazing gift! Below, we share the best last-minute foodie gifts you can’t go wrong with that are sure to make mom happy.
At Guilty Eats, we never judge (take note, Demi). However, how could you forget Mother’s Day? We’ve been covering stories and gift ideas for the big day since April! Well, we hope you are catching this in time. But if you’re not, there are still some fun ideas below you can pick up on your way to mom’s house.
From breakfast in bed, last-minute jewelry, and chocolates you can pick up from any retailer, here are some great fail-proof gifts that will save the day.
Last-minute foodie Mother’s Day gifts
Ferrero Rocher: You know the brand, it’s one of the most popular, most delicious chocolates in stores. Hands down. Whether it’s Mother’s Day or Valentine’s Day, you can’t go wrong with an elegant box of Ferrero Rocher.
Pair a box (pick the biggest) of Ferrero Rocher chocolates with flowers and you are set, my friend! Both the flowers and chocolates can be picked up at any massive retailer, it can’t get any easier (or affordable).
Ferrero Golden Gallery Signature: Along with the regular Ferrero Chocolates, the brand shared with me a box of the Ferrero Golden Gallery Signature chocolates. Now, the former I am familiar with, but this is the first time I sample the latter, and let me tell you — chocolate heaven!
Mom’s taste buds NEED to enjoy these chocolates! They include a variety of flavors such as white chocolate, coffee, dark chocolate, and more.
Fannie May Pixies: Want to truly stand out with a box of chocolates that’s a little rarer? Presenting Fannie May Pixies. Now, I didn’t get to sample these, but check out the mouth-watering description, “the perfect blend of hand-poured caramel, lightly roasted pecans, and chocolate.” Be right back…ordering a box now.
Free Turkey Hill Ice Cream: The ice cream brand wants to help families “Freeze the Moment” with some delicious ice cream treats! Beginning today, May 6, at 2 p.m. ET, fans will be given 24 hours to submit the moment they want to “freeze” HERE and receive FREE Turkey Hill ice cream!
A select number of winners will be chosen and receive tasty treats just in time for summer. We recently reviewed Turkey Hill’s new flavors and trust me — you are in for a treat!
Nutella Cookies: The brand also shared with us a delicious cookie recipe. Mom and grandma are always baking cookies for us, it’s time we return the favor. And it doesn’t get any better than with Nutella! Here’s the recipe from Nutella:
What you’ll need:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup Nutella
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all- purpose flour
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped hazelnuts (additional melted chocolate, if desired)
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- With an electric mixer, beat butter until creamy. Add in the sugar and beat until fluffy, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Add in the egg and beat until combined.
- Beat in the Nutella, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and vanilla until well combined.
- Beat in the flour until just combined.
- Stir in the chocolate chips and chopped hazelnuts by hand. Scoop dough by large tablespoons and form into balls.
- Place, about 2 inches apart, on a lightly greased baking sheet and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until edges are crispy and the center is still slightly soft.
- Remove from oven and cool 10 minutes on baking sheet. Finishing cooling on wire rack
DoorDash: Whether you aren’t able to see mom in person this Mother’s Day or would love to surprise her with a delivery, DoorDash has a gifting feature that allows you to select everything from flowers to chocolates. On the search bar, type “women-owned” to support women-owned businesses. Read more HERE. Same-day delivery is available!
Movie date courtesy of DOVE chocolates: Social distancing has been rough on everyone, but particularly moms who miss their social life and friends! Dove understands this and wants to help give moms a night out with friends, are you in?
Dove has reserved theaters across the nation to screen Pitch Perfect, register HERE to attend.
What is your go-to last-minute gift idea for Mother’s Day and other holidays?