Fruit Baskets are practical, shareable gifts that are perfect for friends, family, and coworkers this holiday season.
Choose a fruit basket if you need a holiday gift that anyone will enjoy and get it delivered fresh on the day you choose. This list of our top holiday fruit baskets makes it easy.
These seven holiday-proof fruit baskets are popular options that travel well, arrive fresh, and stay tasty for days. You can ship them to a home or office, pick your exact delivery date at checkout, and if you’re short on time, you can even use rush shipping.
How We Chose
We chose holiday-proof fruit baskets using these criteria
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Winter-ready fruit. All of the fruit ships well in colder months and will stay fresh for several days after delivery.
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Secure packaging. Protective crates and dividers will help prevent bruising.
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No-prep food options. Add in options like cheese, nuts, crackers, or caramel make the gift easy to unwrap, plate, and share within minutes.
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Universal appeal. Classic flavors and simple pairings come together with options that are a great fit for families, office teams, friends, and anyone else.
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Flexible delivery. Rush options and “Ready to Ship” labels let you time arrival perfectly.
1) Farmers Market Gift Box
Why the Farmers Market Gift Box made the list: It’s a simple, sturdy, and snack-board ready fruit basket with something for everyone. Apples and oranges hold up well in transit, and the savory sides help round things out.
What’s inside: Red apples, green apples, oranges, Summer Sausage by Hanover Smokehouse, Basil & Garlic Olives by Oloves, Original Water Crackers by Capeachio’s, Seriously Sharp White Cheddar by Cabot Cheese, and Peanut Butter Chocolate Energy Bites by AMG Snacks.
Best for: Neighbors, families, and “bring-something-to-share” moments.
2) Orchard's Abundance - Fruit Gift Basket
Why Orchard’s Abundance made the list: Winter-friendly fruit plus sweet-and-savory extras, all packaged together make this choice a favorite. The fresh goodies are tucked into a woven basket and finished off with a cutting-board lid. This is an attractive gift, and it’s easy to plate.
What’s inside: Oranges, red apples, green apples, Assorted Chocolates by Annalie’s Chocolates, Sea Salt Caramel Sauce by Stonewall Kitchen, Dark Chocolate Cocoa Dusted Almonds by Kopper’s Chocolate, Peppercorn & Poppy Crackers by Capeachio’s, Almond Cashew Cranberry Mix by Worldwide Foods, and Seriously Sharp White Cheddar by Cabot Cheese.
Best for: Thank-you, teachers, coworkers, friends, family
3) Seasonal Fruit & Charcuterie Gift Crate
Why the Fruit & Charcuterie Crate made the list: This is a full, luxurious, and varied charcuterie spread. It comes in a sturdy crate with sections constructed to protect the fruit.
What’s inside: Red apples, green apples, oranges, Tropical Almond Mix by Stewart & Jasper Orchards, Peppercorn & Poppy Crackers by Capeachio’s, Colby Jack Cheese by Pineland Farms, Smoked Cheddar Cheese by Pineland Farms, Salted Fennel Salami by Salt & Twine, Organic Classic Fig Jam by Stonewall Kitchen, Basil & Garlic Olives by Oloves, and Lemon & Rosemary Olives by Oloves.
Best for: Party hosts, clients, and teams that love both sweet and savory.
4) Dried Fruit & Nut Platter
Why the Dried Fruit & Nut Platter made the list: Nothing in this gift needs to be refrigerated, leaving recipients a longer window to enjoy. It’s the perfect fruit basket for when you’re sending a gift to an office or you’re unsure exactly when they’ll open it.
What’s inside: Dried apple rings, California Angelino plums, California peaches, California prunes, Glacé cherry, dried mango slices, pineapple rings, sun-dried California dates, fruit & nut medley, and natural trail mix.
Best for: Shared households, break rooms, and long-distance gifting.
5) Local Harvest Fruit Gift Box
Why the Local Harvest Fruit Gift Box made the list: This basket is simple, fresh, and budget-friendly. It includes favorite fruits like apples and oranges that travel well, and the cheese and crackers make it easy to serve.
What’s inside: Red apple, green apple, oranges, Olive Oil & Sea Salt Crackers by Mariner, Vegetable Cheddar Cheese by Mountain View Farms, and Cheddar Cheese by Mountain View Farms.
Best for: Neighbors, teachers, and small “thinking of you” gifts.
6) Dom Pérignon Fruit, Cheese & Caramel
Why the Dom Perignon Fruit, Cheese & Caramel made the list: A show-stopping fruit basket that still follows our holiday-proof rule—sturdy fruit like apples and oranges, aged cheddar, and a luxe caramel sauce, anchored by a bottle of Dom Pérignon.
What’s inside: Dom Pérignon Champagne, Sweet Soppressata by Brooklyn Cured, Black Truffle Salami by Brooklyn Cured, Seriously Sharp White Cheddar by Cabot Cheese, Olive Oil & Sel Gris Organic Flatbread Crackers by Rustic Bakery, Salted Caramel Sauce by Coop’s, Roasted & Salted Pistachios by Stewart & Jasper Orchards, Vanilla Wafer Rolls by Fusion Gourmet, Oatcake Biscuits by Effie’s Homemade, Chocolate Wafer Cookies by Fusion Gourmet, Chocolate Cacao Nib Shortbread Cookies by Rustic Bakery, Sweet Selections Gift Box by Mississippi Cheese Straw Factory, Chocolate Covered Berry Mix by Stewart & Jasper Orchards, Peanut Butter Pretzel Poppers by Kopper’s Chocolate, French Vanilla Malted Milk Balls by Kopper’s Chocolate, Sparkling Prosecco Cordials by Kopper’s Chocolate, and White Chocolate Covered Sugar Cookies Bites by Kopper’s Chocolate.
Best for: VIP clients, milestone celebrations, and “only the best” gifts.
Note on delivery: Alcohol gifts require an adult (21+) signature and have state restrictions — see details at checkout.
7) Bountiful Harvest Fruit Gift Basket
Why Shop Bountiful Harvest made the list: A large fruit basket that has something for everybody and looks beautiful on the table.
What’s inside: Red apples, green apples, oranges, pears, Summer Sausage by Hanover Smokehouse, Basil & Garlic Olives by Oloves, Lemon & Rosemary Olives by Oloves, Seriously Sharp White Cheddar by Cabot Cheese, Peppercorn & Poppy Crackers by Capeachio’s, Raspberry Honey Mustard by Terrapin Ridge Farms, Sea Salt Caramel Sauce by Stonewall Kitchen, Chocolate Chip Cookies by Dulion, Butter Toffee Peanuts, Assorted Chocolates by Annalie’s Chocolates, Cocoa Dusted Almonds by Kopper’s Chocolate, basket, water hyacinth, and cutting board.
Best for: Families, teams, and generous host gifts.
How to Ensure Your Fruit Basket Makes It On Time
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Choose the delivery address wisely. Confirm you entered the correct delivery address, and make sure someone will be available to bring the package inside right away.
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Pick an exact delivery date at checkout. You can use the calendar to select the exact day you want the gift to arrive.
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Check for holiday shipping cutoffs. If you’re close to the date, you might want to opt into faster shipping to avoid delays. We offer various shipping options.
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Try to secure a weekday delivery. Depending on your recipient, a weekday delivery might make it more likely they’re home when the gift arrives.
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Choose the “Ready to Ship” gifts if you’re tight on time. Once you’ve selected from the gift options that can be shipped immediately, then choose the fastest shipping option you can.
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Have a plan for alcohol gifts. Baskets with alcohol require the signature of someone 21+ for delivery.
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Double-check the details. Check the name, address, phone, delivery date, and any other details before you pay.
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Track and share the delivery. You can use the tracking link to keep an eye on it, and text the recipient so they know to bring the box inside once it arrives.
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Sending several gifts? If you’re mailing several gifts to multiple addresses in one order, you can schedule everything to arrive at once.
The Bottom Line
The holidays come quickly, and shipping delays or spoiled fruit can turn a thoughtful gift into a major headache. Choose from these seven fruit baskets as safe bets: like all of our fruit baskets, they use fresh fruit that travels well. Whether you’re sending to a client’s office, a family across the country, or a neighbor down the street, these fruit baskets are lovely gifts that will be welcome at the holiday table.