48 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.
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. The DOWAN ramekins are made with a smooth glazed porcelain. 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 six-ounce portion makes a great budget-friendly holiday present or delicious stocking stuffer.
Shopping for a coffee connoisseur? They'll love being able to make their own cold brew at home, saving time and moneuy. This coffee pot is so easy to use and is dishwasher safe, which makes it all the better.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A set of steak knives is an elegant gift for any hostess or new homeowner —and these ones are dishwasher-safe for easy care.
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. The Afternoon Wheat mix makes one gallon of beer — perfect for sharing with friends.
From frozen smoothies to protein-packed shakes, a portable blender is a great gift idea for those always on the go. The one-touch operation of the Hamilton Beach Portable Blender makes for easy use.
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.
This is the jam that they will spread on practically everything — and for good reason. It's sweet, salty, smoky and spicy, hitting practically every flavor profile on the tongue to create what can only be described as the world's most perfect condiment.
Pair this wine chiller with a bottle of prosecco for a perfect holiday present. The flexible chiller is designed to keep wine cold and is easily reusable by throwing it in the freezer a few hours before use.
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.
Cheese with a side of humor? Yes, please. These funny cheese-themed kitchen towels with sayings like "You Look Grate Today" and "Gouda Vibes Only" are the perfect addition to any kitchen or to clean up with after a wine and cheese party.
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.
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.
Get movie theater-worthy popcorn at home with this budget-friendly popper. The glass vessel turns out fluffy popcorn right in the microwave, no oil or butter needed — though we won't stop you from drizzling some melted butter on top! At under $20, it's a wallet-friendly way to upgrade snack time.
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. The set includes Viva Oliva's Tuscan Herb Infused Olive Oil and 18-year Traditional Balsamic — all beautifully packed in a ready-to-gift box.
Bring a vintage vibe to their coffee corner with this stylish set. Complete with two different-patterned glass mugs and two gold-colored stirring spoons, this set is perfect for lattes, afternoon tea, hot cocoa and more.
Available in an adorable floral pattern, 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 porcelain handle for easy maneuvering and is compatible with all kinds of stovetops.
Available in gold, rose 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.
Give them everything they need to make a matcha latte at home with this handy starter set, whisk included!
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.
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.
Made from organic cotton infused with beeswax, organic jojoba oil and tree resin, Bee's Wrap sheets are washable, reusable and, when they're finally worn out, fully compostable. They can wrap up their cheese like you would a present and use the warmth of their hands to seal it.
Whether you want to commemorate a recent vacation or nod to their favorite place, this mix of iconic New Orleans goodies is sure to be a hit.
Shopping for a pizza- or pasta-loving friend this holiday season? Stock their shelves with some delicious sauce, like this one from Yo Mama's Foods that's infused with roasted garlic.
Upgrade their movie night with a gourmet popcorn kit. With three different types of non-GMO kernels and five seasoning blends, they can customize their at-home popping to their exact tastes.
This is our Shopping Experts' 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.
Whether they're on jacket potato TikTok or just love a good potato in any form, this gift is sure to elicit a smile.
Upgrade their grocery store balsamic vinegar with something imported from Italy. The Carandini Emilio Balsamic Vinegar Of Modena will make an excellent addition to their pantry.
Gift this subtly festive set to whoever is hosting you this holiday season. Crafted from high-quality ceramic, this sugar and cream set is just as practical as it is pretty.
This is one of our Shopping Experts' favorite avocado tools — and since it's under $10, we think it deserves a place in every kitchen. This gadget includes a serrated knife (to slice through the skin of an avocado), a pitter and a slicer, which creates beautiful, thin slices of avocado.
From mixing spices to grinding nuts, this mortar and pestle makes a chic addition to any kitchen.
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.
Available in a vibrant tropical print, this serving platter set 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.
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.
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.
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. The coasters are designed with an absorbent ceramic top and non-slip cork base, and they come with a metal holder for tidy storage.
Whether the lucky giftee prefers scotch or sangria, upgrade their at-home beverage game with this crystal 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.
Is one of your friends a master at making Instagram-worthy charcuterie boards? Help them step up their serving game with this set of cheese knives and a wooden charcuterie board.
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.
Let them stylishly serve and toss their salad creations with this set of Totally Bamboo Salad Hands. Crafted from bamboo, the servers are comfortable to use for tossing and serving not only salads but also pasta and spring mixes. The hands feature a knob on the back for hanging them on the salad bowl so that they don't fall in between uses.
If you're looking for a gift that's sure to elicit lots of laughter, look no further than this tortilla-inspired blanket.
