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10 Favorite Christmas Ornaments for Foodies

Dec 5th 2024

Close up of iced gingerbread man cookie ornament on Christmas tree

Some of the earliest Christmas ornaments were edible: foods like nuts, cookies, apples and even pretzels.


Artists in Germany created the first Christmas ornaments out of glass in the late 1800s. Early ornament designs recreated the fruits and vegetables with which they were familiar.


These days, people still love to deck Christmas trees with representations of their favorite holiday sweets like candy canes and gingerbread men.


And while it should come as no surprise that you can find a full range of holiday goodies displayed on Christmas trees, food ornaments aren’t limited to sweets. There are food Christmas tree ornaments to satisfy every taste.


Whether you’re a foodie or you know someone with a passion for a particular treat, take a minute to view 10 favorite Christmas ornaments that mimic our favorite edibles.
5-inch banana split glass Christmas ornament
From the silver serving plate to the sprinkles on top, our banana split ornament makes a yummy treat for your Christmas tree. The glass ornament features a golden banana and scoops of ice cream topped with sweet sauces and whipped cream.
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Indulge a little! Our frosted cupcake with sprinkles ornament charmingly depicts a favorite sweet treat that will add color and whimsy to your Christmas tree. It’s a petite pastry that’s sure to delight!
cluster of three gold peanuts in shell ornament on jutte strings

Looking for a fun ornament to pair with your woodland squirrels? A cluster of gold glittered peanuts on jute string is the kind of decoration that adds personality to your Christmas tree. They’re cute and just a little nuts!

6-inch glass Christmas ornament hot dog in bun with relish, ketchup and mustard toppings
Who doesn’t love a hot dog with all the fixings? This fully-dimensional hotdog ornament with its vibrant condiments recalls the char-grilled flavors of summer during our winter festivities. It’s unexpected and frankly fun!
4.5-inch glass ornament shaped like a soft pretzel with white glitter salt
Did you know the first Christmas tree ornaments were edible? People decorated their trees with nuts, fruits and even pretzels! In keeping with tradition, our pretzel ornament features a generous sprinkling of sparkling “salt” on a glass ornament the shape and size of a traditional soft pretzel.
Glass Christmas ornament shaped like an orange sliced in half
Mimic those popular but time-consuming and delicate dehydrated orange slices on your Christmas tree with this glittered orange half Christmas ornament. Brightly colored with a textured “rind,” our glass orange ornament adds a little zest to your Christmas tree.
3.5-inch pink and white slice of bacon glass Christmas ornament
Everything’s better with bacon - including Christmas trees! This miniature strip of bacon Christmas ornament, with realistic marbling, textured surface and a glimmer of glitter, is sure to amuse the meat-lovers in your family.
pink frosted donut witih sprinkles glass Christmas ornament
“Donut” miss the chance to indulge a sweet tooth with this favorite frycake! The delectable looking pink frosted donut glass ornament features a generously sweet and colorful topping for an extra sprinkle of fun.
4.5-inch green and gold avocado glass Christmas ornament
It’s an avocado! Whether you’ve seen the viral video, you’re a fan of avocado toast or a guacamole lover, you’ll be charmed by this bright green glass avocado ornament with a shiny gold pit. Hang this life-size avocado anywhere on your tree as a nod to your playful taste.
green glass pickle Christmas ornament
Some families hang a pickle on the Christmas tree every year. Whether you want to start a tradition of your own or treat a pickle-lover, complement your decorations of red and gold with a pickle Christmas ornament.

Special foods mark the holidays, so it’s only natural that they also decorate our Christmas tree. Food Christmas ornaments are colorful, inexpensive, add personality to your Christmas tree and make great gifts!


Have fun with your tree and include food-related Christmas ornaments. They’re colorful, affordable and make great gifts! 

10 Favorite Christmas Ornaments for Foodies

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