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24 Phenomenal Trader Joe's Gifts to Grab While Grocery Shopping

Honestly, name a better place to buy stocking stuffers.

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There's no denying that Trader Joe's is the spot for finding one-of-a-kind, affordable products. Where else can you grab Everything But the Bagel Seasoning Dip, Chicken Gyoza Potstickers, or Truffle Marcona Almonds? And if TJ's is the place for cult-worthy finds, why not make it your last-minute gift shop too? It's convenient, affordable, and who wouldn't want to bust open a gift of Salted Caramel Hot Cocoa Stirring Spoon With Mini Marshmallows or Coconut Body Butter this holiday season?

Welcome to our Trader Joe's gift guide—a collection of special stress-free items you can pick up for loved ones while you're stocking up on paper towels, $3 Pinot Noir, and Trader Joe's Mandarin Orange Chicken. Happy holidays, indeed! And, as always, check your favorite Trader Joe's location for items, as availability may vary—especially for the most popular limited and seasonal goodies.

Pro tip: To see exactly what seasonal items are coming to stores near you, take a look at the Trader Joe's Fearless Flyer!

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Felted Wool Garland

the colorful garland

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These colorful garlands would make a fun gift to bring to a holiday or tree trimming party. Made from sheep’s wool from New Zealand and hand-felted and assembled in Nepal, these decorations come in three colors—white, multi-colored, and red, white, and green. Use ‘em to decorate your holiday table or even wrap gifts.

To buy: $10, traderjoes.com

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Milk Chocolate Advent Calendars

Trader Joe's Holiday Gifts Milk chocolate advent calendars
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From cute cacao nibs to semi-sweet chips, baking chocolate, and countless bars, Trader Joe's is the spot for chocolate gifts galore. When the holidays roll around, we're partial to the advent calendar aisle. With fun themes like adorable Christmas sloths, Gingerbread characters, and a Jolly "Joe-Cuterie" Board, kids and adults alike will love popping open daily windows to discover 24 milk chocolate treats. Best part? They're only 99 cents.

To buy: $1, traderjoes.com

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Salted Caramel Hot Cocoa Stirring Spoon With Mini Marshmallows

Hot chocolate spoon

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The ultimate holiday treat for kids (and adults—let's not kid ourselves) is a toasty mug of hot chocolate studded with marshmallows. On your next grocery run, grab a few of these hot cocoa stirring spoons: A combo of rich chocolate and salted caramel on a stick that magically melts when stirred into a warm cup of milk. There's nothing better to sip on after playing in the snow or while singing carols by the fire.

To buy:
$1, traderjoes.com

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Cinnamon Broom

Cinnamon broom

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If you’re in need of a hostess gift, pick up one of Trader Joe’s sweet smelling cinnamon brooms. Each one is handmade from raw pine, and then pressed with pure cinnamon oil to give it that spicy and inviting scent.  

To buy:
$5, traderjoes.com

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Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramels Gift Card

Caramel Gift Card Set

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If you plan on passing out gifts to your pals or coworkers, consider this TJ’s option. This gift-ready item includes several individual Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramel Gift Card Holders. Each one contains four of its eponymous confections, which are made with rich dark chocolate, silky, buttery caramel, and topped with crunchy grains of sea salt. They also feature a convenient slot, perfectly sized for gift cards. In other words, this present allows you to give the gift of groceries along with a seasonal treat all at once.

To buy:
$2, traderjoes.com

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Mexican Style Hot Cocoa Melts

Mexican-style hot cocoa melts

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Spicy and sweet, meltable treats are the perfect way to mark the transition between fall and winter. Each one of the pumpkin-shaped confections is made of a Mexican-style white chocolate with a hint of spicy cinnamon. But that’s not all! When placed in a mug of hot water or milk, each orange gourd melts to reveal a secret stash of marshmallows and milk chocolate drops. Since these come in a pack of four, they would make an excellent stocking stuffer or secret Santa gift.

To buy:
$5, traderjoes.com

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Instant Boba Kit

Instant Boba Kit
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This relatively new item has quickly become a Trader Joe’s favorite, and would make a great stocking stuffer or white elephant gift. Each kit includes four pouches of tapioca pearls flavored with rich brown sugar, which take only a minute in the microwave to heat up. From there, it’s just a matter of mixing the pearls into a glass of your preferred milk or non-dairy alternative, adding ice, and drinking up!

To buy:
$5, traderjoes.com

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Phalaenopsis Orchid

an orchid plant

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Orchid plants are typically pretty pricey, but Trader Joe’s sells Phalaenopsis Orchids in a variety of colors for less than $15. Each plant has multiple flowers, and will bloom again every year if you take care of it properly. If you’re looking for an easy host or hostess gift that will actually get some use, this is it.

To buy: $15, traderjoes.com

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Fresh-Cut Flowers

Trader Joe's Gifts flowers ladybug bouquet
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The flower section at Trader Joe's is not to miss. Quite literally: The second you walk into the grocery store, you'll likely be greeted with the sweet scent of fresh flowers and greenery. The section is stocked with an extensive collection of high-quality, very affordable bouquets and potted plants. Some stores can help you with special orders if you're looking to gift a substantial centerpiece too.

To buy: Prices vary, traderjoes.com

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Coconut Body Butter

Trader Joe's Gifts coconut body butter
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With its pretty packaging and downright delicious scent, you're going to want to make sure to pick up a luxurious container of Coconut Body Butter while you're gift shopping. It smells like a warm, tropical vacation—and thanks to shea butter, aloe vera, vitamin E, and coconut oil, will leave skin feeling super-soft and smooth.

To buy: $6, traderjoes.com

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Marula Facial Oil

Trader Joe's Facial Oil

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Make a pal or loved one feel pampered by giving them this glow-inducing facial oil that promotes a soft radiance. It’s produced from the first (virgin) cold-pressing of marula seeds, harvested only when the fruit has fallen to the ground. Believe it or not, this antioxidant-rich oil is light-textured and not greasy, and is especially good for hydrating skin.

To buy:
$7, traderjoes.com

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Cocoa Truffles

Chocolate Truffles

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Don’t show up to a holiday party or festive gathering empty handed. Instead, pick up this chocolate truffle set, which contains more than two dozen rich, decadent treats that melt in your mouth.

To buy:
$3, traderjoes.com

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Scar Pier Panettone al Cioccolato

Several wrapped panettone

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An edible gift that’s already wrapped? Yes, please! Made in Italy, these festive panettone boast a superbly moist and stretchy crumb that surrounds rich chocolate crème. The seasoned gift-giver will appreciate the fact that these bread-like confections come already wrapped in four festive colors—red, green, blue, or brown—along with a decorative ribbon.

To buy: $13, traderjoes.com

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A Mini Succulent

Trader Joe's gift mini succulent
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We've already talked about how strong TJ's plant game is, and if you needed any more proof, these beyond-adorable mini succulents are all you need. Grab a small, pretty succulent next time you need a low-key gift that says, "Thanks for hosting me" or "Thinking of you!"

To buy: $3, traderjoes.com

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Almond Ginger Scent Oatmeal Exfoliant Bar

Trader Joes Gifts Almond Ginger Scent Oatmeal Exfoliant Bar
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You know the food is irresistible, but don't forget about the bath and beauty products at Trader Joe's too. This relaxing oatmeal exfoliant bar, made in France, has the most soothing, spa-like almond ginger scent and a creamy formula to leave skin baby-soft. A perfect last-minute gift or stocking stuffer.

To buy: $3, traderjoes.com

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Sparkling White Chardonnay Grape Juice

A bottle of sparkling grape juice

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A bottle of something bubbly is always a welcome gift, and this Sparkling White Chardonnay Grape Juice isn’t one to miss. It’s crisp, clean, and has a satisfying bite. While there’s no alcohol here, the grape juice is made exclusively from Spanish-grown Chardonnay grapes, giving the drink an elevated quality. Plus, there are plenty of bubbles in each sip, so people expecting a cocktail might not even notice the difference!

To buy: $4, traderjoes.com

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Truffle Oil Duo

A truffle oil duo

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Truffle oil is a great way to upgrade everything from popcorn to seared steak, and this pair of oils can enhance just about any dish. The Olive Oil with White Truffle is best suited for lighter foods like grilled shrimp, pasta with mushrooms, and French fries, while the Olive Oil with Black Truffle can handle heartier foods such as ravioli, salad dressings, and steak. At just $10 for the duo, this item is hard to pass up, especially if you’re looking for a gift for the foodie in your life.

To buy: $10, traderjoes.com

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Italian Truffle Cheese

Trader Joes Gifts Italian truffle cheese
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Nothing says "special occasion" more than truffles—but "special occasion" often means "expensive." Luckily, Trader Joe's is famous for its wide and affordable selection of party-worthy cheeses. Show up to your next holiday gathering toting truffle-infused cheese and watch it disappear in minutes. This mild cow's milk cheese is laced with both aromatic Italian black truffle pieces and truffle oil for a double dose of decadence.

To buy: $14, traderjoes.com

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Jingle Jangle Pretzel Twists

A box of Jingle Jangle pretzles

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If you’ve got a Trader Joe’s Jingle Jangle fan in your life, we highly recommend buying them a box of these treats. Each salted pretzel twist is covered in a peanut butter candy coating, then loaded up with mini chocolate candies and crushed Joe-Joe’s cookies. The result is a captivatingly crunchy snack that’s akin to reconstructed Jingle Jangle, and would look at home on any holiday dessert tray.

To buy: $4, traderjoes.com

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Ultra Moisturizing Hand Cream

Hand Cream

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As the temperatures dip, you can never have enough hand cream. And while it might be tempting to go with a fancy moisturizer, there’s no need. This TJ’s option is great for combating dry skin because it’s made with coconut oil, hemp seed oil, and 20 percent pure shea butter, along with essential fatty acids and skin-friendly antioxidants like vitamins C & E. You’ll also find sunflower seed oil, sweet almond oil, and linseed extract, which are prized for their skin-soothing and softening abilities. What’s more? Each tube comes packaged in an attractive and easily giftable box.

To buy:
$5, traderjoes.com

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Mini Gingerbread People

A box of gingerbread cookies

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These mini gingerbread people are decked out for the holidays, dapperly dressed in bowties and buttons, making them an adorable gift to give. Each cute cookie has a snappy texture, with rich molasses, spicy notes of crystallized ginger, and a sweet, white-fudge icing on the backside. Perfect for holiday cookie platters or dunking in a glass of milk or cup of coffee, no one would be bummed to get these!

To buy: $4, traderjoes.com

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Felted Ilex Berries

the felt branches with berries

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Deck the halls with … felt berries. Each one of these decorative ilex berry branches is handmade in Nepal, and features several red and white felt holly berries. Pop ‘em in a vase for some festive vibes with zero withering or watering to worry about!

To buy: $20, traderjoes.com

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Chocolate Passport

the chocolate passport collection

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Perfect for a chocolate fan who also loves to travel, this edible “passport” takes you on a journey through the terroirs of the cacao-growing world—Peru, Ecuador, Venezuela, the Dominican Republic, Ghana, Papua New Guinea, Sao Tome, and Tanzania—via a collection of eight distinctive bars of chocolate with cacao solids ranging from 60 percent to 73 percent. Each bar is distinct, with flavor notes such as fresh fruit, wood, flowers, and vanilla. Plus, the whole thing comes in a delightfully colorful package that anyone would love to unwrap.

To buy: $10, traderjoes.com

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Candy Cane Chocolate Covered Almonds

a box of candy cane chocolate almonds

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Get in the Christmas spirit with these Candy Cane Chocolate Covered Almonds, which are a seasonal take on TJ’s popular Dark Chocolate Covered Almonds. Each roasted almond is enrobed in rich dark chocolate, and then enrobed again in peppermint-flavored white chocolate, and finally coated with delicious candy cane bits. Sweet, crunchy, and nutty, with a blast of cool peppermint flavor, this holiday treat is everything one could hope for this winter.

To buy: $4, traderjoes.com

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