When you think of holiday gifts, Trader Joe’s might not immediately come to mind. However, the affordable retailer’s selection of international delicacies, sinful sweets, and home goods makes for excellent last-minute stocking stuffers.
Fans of the store recently shared some of their favorite Trader Joe’s gift ideas on Reddit just in time for the holidays.
1. Danish Almond Kringle
Price: $7.99
Trader Joe’s is the only retailer that sells these sweet Danish confections nationwide, with locations selling a variety of tantalizing flavors. Because a kringle isn’t an everyday pastry — something that you can find at your local cafe — they make fun gifts for sweet tooths.
2. Olive Wood Cutting Board
Price: $24.99
It’s rare to see kitchen supplies at Trader Joe’s, but when they do arrive in the fall, fans snatch them up. Among one of the most popular seasonal kitchen items is the olive wood cutting and serving board, which returned to stores in October. After receiving the cutting board as a gift, one fan says that they “love” it. And at $24.99, it won’t break the bank.
3. Moisturizing Lip Balm Set
Price: $5.99
This cheap variety pack of chapstick is a perfect stocking stuffer, one Redditor says, adding that they divide the set to stretch the further.
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4. Candles
Price: $5.99
Trader Joe’s has a surprising offering of candles, from advent calendar sets to holiday-themed scents. Fans endorse the entire lineup — “All the candles!” one commenter writes — though the advent calendar, taper, holiday, and variety pack candles received shoutouts.
Related: Trader Joe’s Shoppers Share Their Favorite ‘Non-Food’ Items
5. Do-It-Yourself Trader Joe’s Gift Bags
Price: varies
If you want to get creative, make your own gift bag full of Trader Joe’s goodies using one of the store’s reusable totes. The idea comes from a Redditor who gives their kids a stuffed bag every year. “I get things I know they’ll enjoy but wouldn’t normally add to their own grocery cart,” they write. The best part? You won’t have to wrap anything.
(Some shoppers have also pointed out that Trader Joe’s coveted mini tote bags — which could make for a fun stocking stuffer or ornament — are appearing in stores once again.)
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6. Dark Chocolate Covered Espresso Beans
Price: $4.99
Another go-to stocking stuffer: Trader Joe’s chocolate espresso beans, which accommodate a variety of diets, as they’re dairy- and nut-free.
Related: Best Store-Bought Desserts from Trader Joe’s
7. Plants
Price: varies
Trader Joe’s has made a name for itself online thanks to its fresh and affordable plants, which dominate on TikTok. While they make great decorations for your own apartment, they’re also excellent gifts. One Redditor says they buy Trader Joe’s plants year-round for office presents.
8. Oregon Growers Marionberry Jam
Price: varies
Not every Trader Joe’s store carries this farm-fresh, Oregon-grown jam. But if you do catch a jar of this jar of preserves at your store, buy them for the foodies in your life.
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9. Bar Soap
Price: $3.99
Although the selection changes from year to year, Trader Joe’s often impresses with its exotic soaps, which have included almond-ginger and camel milk-based bars. Another stocking stuffer that manages to be both premium and affordable.
10. Honey Hydration Day and Night Cream Duo
Price: $7.99
Looking for a tried and true option? A Redditor who gifted this limited item — a pack of night and day face cream — said the “recipient really liked” the duo. Reviewers love it too, with one YouTuber commending the creams for how moisturizing they are.
