Infused salts are a fun and flavorful way to elevate just about any dish, and they make fantastic homemade Christmas gifts. Whether you’re making a citrusy herb blend or a smoky, savory salt with a splash of bourbon, these little jars pack a punch and look great dressed up for gifting. Plus, they’re easy to make in batches and totally customizable.
Why give infused salt? It’s a great DIY project with a gourmet feel. You can tailor the flavors to your friends’ tastes, and it’s something people will actually use. These recipes are simple but feel special—perfect for hosts, foodies, or anyone who loves to cook.
We used two different containers for the salt.
Helpful Tips
- Let the salts dry completely before sealing them up to avoid clumping or spoilage.
- Use coarse sea salt as the base; it holds flavor well and has a nice texture for finishing dishes.
- Small glass jars or spice tins with labels and a ribbon make the perfect presentation.
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Homemade Infused Salt
Ingredients
Lemon, Thyme, Rosemary Salt
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest freshly dried & grated
- 1 teaspoon thyme freshly dried & chopped
- 1 teaspoon Rosemary freshly dried & chopped
- 1/2 cup coarse sea salt
Bourbon Bacon Salt
- 1/2 cup coarse sea salt
- 2 ounces bacon bits
- 1/2 tablespoons bourbon
Instructions
For the Lemon, Thyme, Rosemary Salt
- Chop and dry the herbs and lemon zest a few days in advance. Once dried, mix with the salt in a food processor and pulse until combined (and slightly pulverized, if using coarse salt).
- Pour into gift containers and decorate as you like.
For the Bourbon Bacon Salt
- Preheat the oven to 200°F.
- Place the bacon bits and salt in a food processor. Sprinkle on the bourbon so it’s not all in one place. Pulse to incorporate (and slightly pulverized, if using coarse salt).
- Spread the salt out on a baking sheet. Put the salt in the oven to dry for about 30 minutes. You can stir it and smooth it out again 1-2 times while drying, so it dries better.
- Let the salt cool completely. Then pour into gift containers and decorate as you like.
Notes
Nutrition
Laura is a home cook, with 25 years experience behind the stove, who spends an extraordinary amount of time in the kitchen cooking. She loves making new recipes and finding wonderful new things to eat, both at home or abroad. She spends a lot of time researching, crafting, and perfecting her recipes.