I haven’t stepped inside a Costco since I was little, but the nostalgia is real, especially since one of my friends once surprised me with an enormous Costco-exclusive Hufflepuff honeybadger Squishmallow. These days, I live vicariously through social media, where Costco hauls feel like a sport and seasonal drops always go viral, and honestly? I dream of getting my own membership someday so I can help my family out and snag all the cute gifts I keep seeing online. Until then, here are the Costco stocking stuffers I’d absolutely grab for holiday gifting.
Stocking stuffers have always felt like the fun, quirky side quests of holiday gifting. They’re small, unexpected delights, kind of like blind boxes, that turn Christmas morning into a mini treasure hunt. Whether it’s a tasty treat, a cozy self-care pick, or something that makes you laugh, these little surprises are the best way to add extra joy to a cozy holiday morning. Plus, a lot of these can be split up to gift to multiple people.
A’cappella Classic Hot Chocolate BevBombs, $23
These chocolatey BevBombs are layered with milk and dark chocolate, filled with mini marshmallows, and finished off with a cocoa-dusted shell that looks as good as it tastes. Drop one into a hot bevvy for the full cozy experience or just bite right in if you’re feeling feral (no judgment). Either way, they bring instant holiday cheer!
Dionis Goat Milk Hand Cream, $25
This trio of goat milk hand creams is a little bundle of hydration heaven, featuring three delicious scents of Sugarberry, Toasted Vanilla Chai, and Crisp Pear. Each scent feels like its own tiny vibe shift, from cozy to fruity fresh. It’s a thoughtful gift for anyone whose hands are begging for winter relief.
Lindt Chocolate Golden Tower, $50
This tower is stacked with an impressive spread of Lindt goodies: truffle balls galore, plus a white chocolate truffle bar and an extra dark excellence bar. It’s indulgent, gift-ready, and guaranteed to make any chocolate lover melt on the spot. My mom would lose her mind over this one, not kidding.
Bentgo Chill XL Lunch Box, $33
With a roomy, five-cup capacity, this lunch box fits a full sandwich and two sides without bursting at the seams. It comes with a built-in ice pack, adjustable divider, and leakproof lid, because soggy lunches should not be a personality trait. Perfect for commuters, students, or anyone who rarely gets to enjoy a meal at home.
Kelsen Danish Butter Cookies, $20
These classic buttery cookies are the ultimate holiday crowd-pleaser. Golden, sweet, and impossible to eat “just one.” You could easily inhale half the tin before realizing Grandma is already eyeing it for her sewing supplies. Consider this your annual reminder to enjoy them while you still can.
Mary Macleod’s Holiday Ornament Tin of Chocolate Crunch Shortbread Cookies, $80
These tins combine two elite joys: cute ornaments and buttery, chocolate-studded cookies. The treats are rich, crumbly, and perfect with a mug of hot cocoa. Plus, you can reuse the ornament tins for future gifting (or keep them for yourself. I won’t blame you).
Godiva Goldmark Assorted Chocolate Gift Box, $80
A box of Godiva chocolates feels like handing someone pure luxury. With 12 different chocolates to choose from inside, every piece is a little moment of “oh wow,” and as someone who’s made many pilgrimages to the Godiva Shop at Short Pump before they shut down in 2021, trust me! This one is worth every penny.
Weleda Skin Food Original Cream & Body Butter Set, $39
This trio is winter skin’s dream team: two ultra-rich creams for any patch of dryness and a velvety body butter perfect for sealing in moisture post-shower. Infused with soothing ingredients like chamomile, it turns your nightly routine into a cozy little ritual. Basically a hydration hug in gift form.
Collin Street Bakery Cinnamon Coffee Cake, $40
As someone raised on cinnamon coffee cake, this one hits me right in the childhood. It’s fluffy, fragrant, and comes with a quarter print of vanilla icing that practically guarantees a blissful sugar coma. If cinnamon is your love language, this cake is destiny.
Nylabone Chew Toys & Treats Holiday Gift Box, $30
This box made me think of my dog, Tiger, immediately. He’s loyal to Nylabone and deeply food-motivated, so this would be his personal Santa moment. With durable chew toys and tasty treats, it’s a perfect way to remind the pups in your life that they absolutely deserve Christmas gifts too.
Ghirardelli Chocolate Snowman Assortment, $20
These adorable chocolate snowmen come in three festive flavors: dark chocolate sea salt caramel, milk chocolate caramel, and peppermint bark. Each bite is melt-in-your-mouth magic. Honestly, it’s impossible to stay a Grinch with these around.
Dr. Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Gel Cream, $22
If the Brittany Broski kombucha meme lives rent-free in your brain, this pick is for you. This K-beauty gel cream delivers long-lasting hydration without feeling heavy, making it a wintertime “shut up and take my money” moment. Smooth, bouncy skin? Yes, please!