Is there anything a slow cooker can't help with? Cocktail parties? Check! Thanksgiving dinner? Yep! You can even make a bunch of holiday gifts in your slow cooker! It's true. You can make a big batch of presents and then package them up separately to gift to several different people.

Obviously cute packaging is very important here. Make use of tiny bags, Mason jars, and small cardboard boxes and finish with a pretty ribbon for added flair.

Check out these ideas and you'll be covered when it comes to hostess gifts, tokens for your kids' teachers, and presents for your neighbors. These easy DIY gifts can all be done in the slow cooker.

1. Candles

Candles don't have to be expensive or hard to make. This slow cooker version allows you to make multiples at once without having to pour hot wax. Finish each jar with a pretty ribbon and a sprig of greenery for a festive touch.

2. Apple Pumpkin Butter

A taste of fall throughout the year, this delicious apple pumpkin butter is easy to whip up in a slow cooker. Separate your larger batch into smaller jars and pair it with a loaf of bread (store-bought is totally fine!) for a lovely hostess gift.

3. Granola

Your favorite outdoorsy people will appreciate the care you put into this homemade batch of granola. Pistachios, white chocolate chips, and cranberries come together to make a festive concoction that can be eaten on its own or enjoyed on top of yogurt or even ice cream.

4. Bacon Jam

Sweet and savory, bacon jam would make a slice of cardboard taste delicious. But we suggest using it on grilled cheese, including it in a cheese plate, or slathering it onto a piece of toast — its many uses means it might just be gone before the new year.

5. Cinnamon Roasted Almonds

Candied almonds are a delicious and indulgent snack. Once you prepare them, divide the haul between a few decorated Mason jars and spread the love to your favorite friends. It's the perfect snack for moms because kids probably won't touch them (they don't know what they're missing!).

6. Dulce de Leche

The danger here? You'll want to keep this indulgent topping for yourself. Whether they're drizzling it over ice cream or waffles, the lucky recipients will find endless ways to use this delicacy.

7. Fudge

This white chocolate fudge, topped with bright pistachios and cranberries, is so pretty. Cut this larger bar into smaller pieces and place into decorative waxed baggies for gifting. It's so much easier (and more affordable) than running to your local candy store!

How do you use your slow cooker to help with holiday gifting?