We independently evaluate all of our recommendations. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Food Shopping and Storing 24 Phenomenal Trader Joe's Gifts to Grab While Grocery Shopping Honestly, name a better place to buy stocking stuffers. By Betty Gold, Betty Gold Betty Gold is the former senior digital food editor at Real Simple. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Maggie Seaver, Maggie Seaver Maggie Seaver is the digital health and wellness editor at Real Simple, with seven years of experience writing lifestyle and wellness content. She spends her days writing and editing stories about sleep, mental health, fitness, preventive health, nutrition, personal development, relationships, healthy habits, and beyond. She loves demystifying complicated health topics, debunking wellness fads, and sharing practical, science-backed solutions for healthy living. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines and Samantha Leffler Samantha Leffler Samantha is the senior food editor at RealSimple and previously launched the US Weekly food vertical, where she wrote about the intersection of food and pop culture. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Updated on November 01, 2023 Photo: Trader Joe's 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! 10 Lazy Trader Joe's Meals You Can Make in 15 Minutes or Less 01 of 24 Felted Wool Garland Trader Joe's Buy on Traderjoes.com 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 02 of 24 Milk Chocolate Advent Calendars traderjoes.com Buy on Traderjoes.com 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 03 of 24 Salted Caramel Hot Cocoa Stirring Spoon With Mini Marshmallows Trader Joe's Buy on Traderjoes.com 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 04 of 24 Cinnamon Broom Trader Joe's Buy on Traderjoes.com 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 05 of 24 Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramels Gift Card Trader Joe's Buy on Traderjoes.com 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 06 of 24 Mexican Style Hot Cocoa Melts Trader Joe's Buy on Traderjoes.com 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 07 of 24 Instant Boba Kit Trader Joe's Buy on Traderjoes.com 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 08 of 24 Phalaenopsis Orchid Trader Joe's Buy on Traderjoes.com 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 09 of 24 Fresh-Cut Flowers traderjoes.com Buy on Traderjoes.com 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 10 of 24 Coconut Body Butter traderjoes.com Buy on Traderjoes.com 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 11 of 24 Marula Facial Oil Trader Joe's Buy on Traderjoes.com 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 12 of 24 Cocoa Truffles Trader Joe's Buy on Traderjoes.com 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 13 of 24 Scar Pier Panettone al Cioccolato Trader Joe's Buy on Traderjoes.com 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 14 of 24 A Mini Succulent traderjoes.com Buy on Traderjoes.com 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 15 of 24 Almond Ginger Scent Oatmeal Exfoliant Bar traderjoes.com Buy on Traderjoes.com 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 16 of 24 Sparkling White Chardonnay Grape Juice Trader Joe's Buy on Traderjoes.com 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 17 of 24 Truffle Oil Duo Trader Joe's Buy on Traderjoes.com 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 18 of 24 Italian Truffle Cheese traderjoes.com Buy on Traderjoes.com 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 12 Trader Joe's Thanksgiving Offerings You Need on Your Holiday Table This Year 19 of 24 Jingle Jangle Pretzel Twists Trader Joe's Buy on Traderjoes.com 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 20 of 24 Ultra Moisturizing Hand Cream Trader Joe's Buy on Traderjoes.com 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 21 of 24 Mini Gingerbread People Trader Joe's Buy on Traderjoes.com 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 22 of 24 Felted Ilex Berries Trader Joe's Buy on Traderjoes.com 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 23 of 24 Chocolate Passport Trader Joe's Buy on Traderjoes.com 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 24 of 24 Candy Cane Chocolate Covered Almonds Trader Joe's Buy on Traderjoes.com 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 Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit