Cozy up with the best soup gift baskets on the market. Whether you're looking to order for yourself or send to a friend, these options will make even the bleakest winter day a bit brighter.
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Mom was right—when you’re feeling sick or blue, nothing heals the soul like a steamy bowl of homemade soup. When life takes a downturn, sending a soup gift basket is like mailing a warm hug (even if you can’t physically be there).
Whether a friend suffers the loss of a pet, loved one or job—or they’re feeling under the weather—a kind gesture goes a long way. Soup gift baskets filled with delicious chowders, cookies and other gifts make anyone feel warm, loved and on the lookout for better days ahead. Pair that with a set of fuzzy socks, tissues or a weighted stuffed animal for an unforgettable gift that speaks volumes.
With so many soup gift baskets available, it’s hard to find the right fit for your one-of-a-kind friend. Our editors scoured the internet to unearth the best options on the market. Discover our picks for soup mixes, heat-and-eat soups, ramen kits and so much more. Some gift baskets feature just the main dish—which is seriously delightful on its own—while others include bread, sweet treats and other surprises. No matter what you’re looking for, we found soup gift baskets to satisfy any taste, circumstance or sickness.
Give them a dose of “Italian penicillin” with this comforting pastina soup kit from Giada De Laurentiis’ Giadzy. The little star-shaped pasta is gluten-free—great for those with allergies—and it still has the same beloved childhood taste everyone can enjoy.
The best soups are the ones that simmer all day, which is why they’re great for a slow cooker. Save them a shopping trip by sending the ingredients for three classic soups—pasta fagioli, lentil and minestrone—that they can pour right into their slow cooker along with some stock.
If they can’t make it to their favorite restaurant for a steaming bowl of French onion soup, send some directly to their doorstep with Goldbelly. This tasty care package contains all the ingredients needed to cook up Chef Adrianne Calvo’s signature soup. The two-quart package serves four and the four-quart serves up to eight.
Fill their stomach with delicious soup and warm their heart with a huggable teddy bear that’s the true star of this aptly named Soup, Love, and Bear Hugs basket. The Provençal soup is crafted by French chefs to be enjoyed with the included crackers and sweet treats for dessert. It all comes packed in a wicker basket for a beautiful presentation.
If they’re craving New England clam chowder, then it’s really best if it actually comes from New England. Goldbelly makes it easy to send two quarts of Legal Seafoods clam chowder and oyster crackers anywhere you’d like. The soup is shipped as a boil-in-bag meal, so there’s not much to do to get a delicious cup of soup ready to enjoy.
Not sure what soup they’ll enjoy? Send a menu full of them with this soup variety bundle. It contains four quarts, one each of homemade chicken soup, loaded potato soup, tomato basil bisque and Italian wedding soup. It also comes with brioche rolls and a note you can personalize. You can even add on brownies, garlic knots or cornbread as flavorful extras.
They don’t call it “Jewish penicillin” for nothing. The handmade matzo balls in delicious chicken consommé brimming with noodles and carrots is just the thing to cure whatever’s got them feeling down. This delicious care package comes straight from 2nd Avenue Deli and has been Certified Kosher.
There’s nothing like the taste of old-fashioned chicken soup to warm up and perk up. This beautiful gift set contains artisan soup mix with crackers and other fun sides, along with an oversized soup mug and a crisp white tray. They’ll love it for the taste and the aesthetic—don’t be surprised if you get a photo sent with a thank you text!
Stock their pantry with soup with this thoughtful gift bundle from Harry & David. It comes with two soup mixes—hearty chicken noodle and harvest vegetable with pasta—along with crackers and shortbread cookies for dessert. You can even set them up with a subscription to keep the soup coming all season.
This soup gift box from Hug in a Mug is exactly that—two quarts of creamy tomato soup that will warm them from head to toe, just as a hug from you might. It goes great with grilled cheese, but if they’ve run out of ingredients, the half-dozen each rolls and brownies should complement the soup nicely, as will the branded mug.
When it comes to soup gift baskets, Spoonful of Comfort is one of the top players in the game. This customizable gift package allows you to choose two quarts of soup (serves four to six), along with half a dozen each of rolls and cookies and a keepsake ladle. Even better, there’s an option for vegan and gluten-free versions of this gift for those with dietary restrictions. Not sure what they might like? Send an eGift and let them pick.
Now, I’m not saying bone broth is magical, but few things feel more warming, healing and delicious than sipping on a steaming mug of bone broth. This sampler bundle contains 24 cups of their organic broths, with each pack pre-portioned. There are four different flavors. Use them to add some flavor and nutrients to grains, sauces or stews, or sip them directly! The broth is made with simple, wholesome ingredients to boost your health.
What if choose-your-own adventure games ended with chicken noodle, creamy tomato soup or lobster bisque? This four-pack of soup comes from a soup maker that has blended comforting family recipes for generations. Choose between eight different types of soup, and each of these cozy soup gift baskets has between 28 and 32 servings. Supplement it with these gift baskets on Amazon.
This ramen kit isn’t the noodle cup from your college days. It comes from a famed Japanese ramen shop that later opened in New York for high-quality noodles. You’ll be able to pick from a wide range of ramen options, including rich tonkotsu (a broth made out of pork), veggie miso and spicy vegan hemp miso. There’s more to preparing these soup gift baskets than just microwaving, but trust us, the effort is worth it for globally celebrated ramen. The kit ships frozen and includes enough to feed four people.
Sometimes, the best soup isn’t in a bowl. These Chinese soup dumplings are filled with broth for a rich, savory meal. Each kit comes with a trio of sauces, including spicy chili, soy vinegar and ginger scallion. The package contains 50 soup dumplings, a dipping bowl and chopsticks set, bamboo steamer and steamer liners. Fall in love with them? Mila offers a monthly subscription to feed your cravings!
One of our favorite pairings? Soup and bread. That’s why we love a soup bundle that sticks them together. You’ll be able to sip on a selection of soups, from coconut carrot ginger to lobster bisque and broccoli cheddar, along with an assortment of breads. There are savory staples like dinner rolls and those on the sweeter side, like cornbread blueberry toaster cakes.
Being sick is no fun, but especially when it’s a prolonged illness. Send a friend a healing can of Campbell’s chicken noodle—sometimes classic is coziest—along with an assortment of games with this soup gift basket. Playing cards, a word search book and coloring book will keep them entertained, and extra goodies like cookies and caramel popcorn will sweeten their mood.
Keep it simple when the chilly weather strikes. This no-frills lobster bisque serves up to four, and prepping is as easy as popping it in the microwave. Pureed North Atlantic lobster and cream form the delectable base, while juicy chunks of lobster and a dash of sherry keep the bowl lively and invigorating.
If the soup fan you’re shopping for is the type to think that variety is the spice of life, then this Italian-themed soup gift box is perfect for them. It includes eight different soups, four risottos and four boxes of breadsticks to pair with them. That means there are at least a dozen meals in this box, making it the perfect pick for anyone you know who has difficulty figuring out what they want to eat at any given moment.
Gifting soup can be tricky due to its liquid form, but keeping it in its original packaging and wrapping it or arranging it in a gift basket works well. This approach also applies to dry soups that require additional ingredients. While you may want to deliver it hot, it’s best to give it in a form that allows the recipient to heat and enjoy it at their convenience.
Yes, soup can be a thoughtful gift, particularly as a comfort offering during colder months or when someone is under the weather. It’s a cozy and heartfelt gesture that can lift spirits and provide nourishment.
Bread and crackers are classic side dishes to accompany soup. Freshly baked loaves, breadsticks or artisan crackers complement the soup well. Other options include salads or potato dishes to round out the meal.
If you want to make your own soup gift basket, you can use a mason jar or a big bowl and then wrap it in tin foil or plastic wrap. You can also include soup cookbooks, dried herbs and spices, yummy crackers and soup spoons.
Kim Bussing has over a decade of experience covering food and drink, including writing many holiday guides about gift baskets and care packages. She has also interviewed gift experts to help readers find the perfect gifts for family and friends. She has also served as a creative consultant in the food and hospitality industry, including a vegan meal delivery company and a small bakery.
Taste of Home Shopping Editor Emily Way covers everything food and drink. She has tested countless products from kitchen cookware to gifts for foodies. In addition to exploring her own culinary interests, she is passionate about finding the tastiest and most affordable products for readers.
Barbara Bellesi Zito, a Taste of Home contributor who enjoys adding new soups to her at-home cooking repertoire, added recommendations to this article.
