50 Holiday Gifts You Can Buy on Amazon for $25 or Less
Give all the food lovers on your list something special without breaking the bank.
Are you shopping for a foodie (or two, or three...) this holiday season? While you can’t always gift someone actual food, there are lots of fun food-related items that will check off that box. From miniature appliances to fiery hot sauce, we’ve rounded up some of our absolute favorite food, drink and kitchen items on Amazon — all of which are $25 or less. Get ready to absolutely delight the food-loving friends in your life.
Dash makes the cutest mini appliances out there — and this waffle maker is no exception. Available in a bunch of colors and shapes, this is the perfect holiday present for your breakfast-loving bestie.
Jump on the ceramicware trend with this set of ramekins — perfect for baking single-serve desserts and side dishes or serving dips, spreads, and snacks to friends. These ramekins are made with an all-natural, scratch-resistant glaze and durable clay. They're also microwave-, freezer-, oven- and dishwasher-safe.
If you need a gift for a hot sauce lover, look no further than TRUFF. Their hot sauce recipe gets a gourmet twist from real black truffle oil and is delicious on everything from scrambled eggs to sushi. This two-pack gift box makes a great budget-friendly holiday present or delicious stocking stuffer.
Shopping for a beer-loving friend this holiday season? Give them something that lets them get creative at home. This home brewing kit from Brooklyn Brew Shop is perfect for beginners and has 650+ five-star reviews on Amazon. This Afternoon Wheat mix makes 1 gallon of beer - perfect for sharing with friends.
Shopping for a coffee connoisseur? They'll love being able to brew espresso at home the old-school way. This stovetop coffee pot is so easy to use and makes rich, smooth espresso in a matter of minutes.
Joseph Joseph makes some truly innovative kitchen gadgets — like this adjustable rolling pin. This wooden rolling pin comes with five sets of removable rings, so you can create the perfect pastry thickness for pizza dough, pastry sheets, cookie dough and so much more.
Placemats are a perfect way to change up any tablescape, and this four-pack is available in three versatile colors. Whether you're shopping for someone with boho, farmhouse, or French country style, these placemats will look great in just about any space.
This multifunction spoon rest comes in a two-pack, so you can use it as stocking stuffers for two people on your list … or keep one for yourself. We love that this is a spot to store more than just a spoon or spatula — it can also hold pot and pan lids of all sizes. And, once it gets splattered with tomato sauce or chicken stock, you can toss it in the dishwasher for easy cleanup.
Available in four vibrant colors, this serving platter is perfect for the host or hostess who already has everything. It's lightweight and shatterproof, so it's great for outdoor entertaining, and it has a sloped rim for secure serving. It's also oven-, freezer- and dishwasher-safe for easy care and cleanup.
If someone on your shopping list is looking forward to outdoor concerts and beach getaways in the warmer months, gift them something they can look forward to using — like this portable picnic blanket. It's available in a variety of fun patterns and colors and comes with a handle strap for easy transportation.
Amazon has an impressive selection of gourmet pantry ingredients, and this olive oil-tasting kit makes a delicious gift for any foodie on your list. With flavors like rosemary, chili and garlic, this set includes assorted oils and spice blends — all beautifully packed in a ready-to-gift box.
This carafe and tumbler set is available in multiple colors and textures and is great for keeping water on their bedside table or serving wine at dinner. Amazon shoppers love the compact design and surprising durability of this carafe set — plus, it's dishwasher-safe for easy cleanup.
This cleverly designed salt cellar is perfect for any aspiring home chef. It has a built-in spoon for easy serving and storage, and, beyond salt, this acacia cellar can be used to store pepper, sugar or their go-to spice blend.
A duo of fancy-ish cocktail glasses is a gift that just about anyone would love to get. From martinis to margaritas to mocktails, these gold-rimmed glasses will elevate any tablescape or bar cart setup.
Beyond being beautiful, these miniature bowls are so versatile. They're great for snacks, sweets and dipping sauces, and they also make great pinch bowls when you're cooking or baking. If someone on your holiday shopping list is a believer in 'mise en place' or loves to host sushi night, this set is a perfect stocking stuffer.
This less-than-$20 wine rack holds six bottles of wine and is sure to look great on any giftee's countertop or home bar display. Its minimalist design is perfect for anyone who loves modern style, and Amazon shoppers love this metal rack for its sturdiness and compact size.
Available in gold, black and silver, this streamlined cocktail shaker is perfect for shaking up everything from espresso martinis to spicy margaritas. It's a budget-friendly stocking stuffer for any cocktail aficionado. You can also take your holiday gift up a notch by including this in a gift basket with all of the ingredients they need to make their favorite drink at home.
Available in a rainbow of colors, this tea kettle makes a perfect holiday gift for anyone who loves vintage style or a hot cup of tea in the evening. It's designed with a stay-cool wooden handle for easy maneuvering and is compatible with all kinds of stovetops.
The terrazzo trend is here to stay, and this set of coasters is a great way to bring some texture and color into any home. These coasters are designed with an absorbent ceramic top and non-slip cork base, and they come with a metal holder for tidy storage.
If you're shopping for someone who recently moved into their first home or apartment, upgrade their salt and pepper shakers with something a little more special … like this chic set.
This spicy olive oil collab makes a savory stocking stuffer for any hardcore foodie out there. Amazon shoppers love it for marinades, dressings, dips and more.
Whether the lucky giftee prefers scotch or sangria, upgrade their at-home beverage game with this oversized ice cube tray.
These funky straws are sure to brighten up any beverage, whether you're sipping a mocktail or stirring a margarita. And if you're shopping for someone who's eco-conscious, they'll love this sustainable alternative to single-use straws.
Whoever the cookie chef is in your life, take their holiday decorating game to a whole new level with this festive sprinkle duo.
Shopping for a pizza- or pasta-loving friend this holiday season? Stock their shelves with some delicious sauce, like this one — it's made with rosé wine! (Hello, perfect pairing idea!)
This is our test kitchen's favorite glass water bottle. We love the layer of protection it gets from the silicone sleeve, as well as the rainbow of colors it's available in.
Level up anyone's cooking game with some fancy salt. This duo from Saltverk includes classic flaky sea salt, as well as unique lava salt that's great for finishing dishes or rimming margarita glasses.
Get your giftee set up for dry January with a selection of non-alcoholic spritz options.
Pair this wine chiller with a bottle of prosecco for a perfect holiday present. This double-walled stainless steel chiller is designed to keep wine cold and is also aesthetically pleasing enough to leave on your dining table.
Is one of your friends a master at making Instagram-worthy charcuterie boards? Help them step up their serving game with a new set of cheese knives — this 4-piece set comes with an all-purpose knife, serving fork, chisel knife, and thin knife.
Golden wine glasses? If you know, you know — and they're a perfect gift if you're shopping for someone who is a fan of a certain hit reality show.
Cutting boards are a go-to gift for any occasion. For a festive hostess gift, tie this trio together with a satin bow or bundle it into a culinary gift basket.
Give them everything they need to make a matcha latte at home with this handy starter set, whisk included!
Whether they're on jacket potato TikTok or just love a good potato in any form, this gift is sure to elicit a smile.
Make a dish towel gift feel a little more special by choosing one with a festive recipe on it like this one for gingerbread.
Whether you're giving these stoneware berry baskets to a friend who loves farmhouse style or has their own blueberry patch, this is a sweet little set they can use all year.
A set of salad servers is another classic hostess gift–pair these ones with a serving bowl or a jar of homemade dressing for an impressive, thoughtful gift.
Whether you want to commemorate a recent vacation or nod to their favorite place, this pair of iconic New Orleans goodies is sure to be a hit.
A set of steak knives is an elegant gift for any hostess or new homeowner —and these ones are dishwasher-safe for easy care.
Splattered, speckled designs are so of-the-moment right now — and this set of mugs is a perfect present for anyone who's embracing the trend.
Upgrade their manual corkscrew with this wallet-friendly electric one that won't break a cork mid-screw. Pair it with a bottle of their favorite wine for an extra-special gift.
From mixing spices to grinding nuts, this mortar and pestle makes a chic addition to any kitchen.
Everyone wants their kitchen to smell great, even when they're not baking anything. So, give the gift of a scented candle, like this cinnamon roll-inspired one. It has notes of cinnamon and vanilla that are sure to sweeten up any space.
If you're looking for a gift that's sure to elicit lots of laughter, look no further than this tortilla-inspired blanket.
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