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The best stocking stuffers of the year — and they're all under $15!

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The best stocking stuffers of the year — and they're all under $15!

They say the early bird gets the worm, but in this case the early bird gets the best stocking stuffers before they sell out. The official holiday shopping season is underway, and we've been busy sharing our favorite holiday gifts and stocking stuffers of the year, like the bug viewer that lets little kids view critters up close and personal.

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We’re gearing up for what’s sure to be a busy and festive holiday season, which is why we’ve rounded up a few of our favorite stocking stuffers for kids, men, women, teens and even pet parents to help you get your holiday shopping done and dusted. Our pro tip for buying stocking stuffers? Buy multi-packs of crowd-pleasers so you can split them among several stockings.

In this article: Stocking Stuffers Under $5 | Stocking Stuffers Under $10 | Stocking Stuffers Under $15

Stocking Stuffers Under $5

Uno is a family classic for a reason. Gear up for the ultimate family game night this Christmas with a new deck of Uno Classic cards. This 108-card deck includes customizable Wild Cards for what’s sure to be an eventful game.

$5 at Walmart

The Slinky as we know it has been around for over 75 years, and it’s still a hit among kids everywhere on Christmas morning and beyond. This retro metal design — the original Slinky — was inducted into the National Toy Hall Of Fame in 2000, so you know it’s a gift that has staying power.

$4 at Amazon

Whether you’re shopping for kiddos, a white elephant gift or your adult children, these iconic Royal Dansk butter cookies are likely to be a hit. Adults especially will associate these iconic tins with one question: Will it be full of cookies or sewing equipment? There’s only one way to find out…

$5 at Amazon

For the person who thinks others should mind their business while they do their, ahem, business, this travel-sized spray of Poo Pourri is an essential stocking stuffer. It’s small enough to fit in a purse, backpack or pocket. Simply spray before you go and, well, that’s that.

$5 at Amazon

Stocking Stuffers Under $10

Ferrero Rocher, the fanciest of chocolates, is the ultimate gift for chocolate lovers. This variety pack comes with an assortment of hazelnut milk chocolates, dark chocolates, and coconut Raffaellos. 

$8 at Amazon

It’s not Christmas without a new deck of Pokémon cards. It’s the perfect starter pack for a young fan because this deck of 50 assorted cards includes a mix of cards from all of the Pokémon series.

$7 at Amazon
Jenga

We’re a fan of the classics, especially for stocking stuffers. This classic Jenga set is made up of 54 genuine hardwood blocks. We especially love this game because, while it’s best played with the whole family, it’s a game that can also keep kids occupied for hours on their own.

$10 at Walmart

Little kids love glow-in-the-dark anything. They also love temporary tattoos, which is why this pack of 30 sheets of illuminating temporary tattoos for kids is an excellent gift idea. Buy this pack and split it among several stockings, create Christmas goodie bags for kids or just gift all of them to one really lucky kiddo. There’s even a set of Christmas temporary glow-in-the-dark tattoos if you’d prefer to gift something more festive.

$9 at Amazon

Don’t let the messaging around scars and stretch marks on this scare you — while it is good for those purposes, this cult favorite body oil is touted as one of the best all-around body oils for moisturizing dry skin. While it would make an excellent gift for the mom-to-be on your shopping list, it’s also a great stocking stuffer for anyone who’s into a beauty lover.

$10 at Amazon

Whether you’re shopping for a teen boy, nephew, boyfriend or husband, you can’t go wrong by loading up his stocking with treats like Jack Links original beef jerky. This five-pack of snackable sizes is perfect for him to share with others or enjoy alone.

$7 at Amazon

Talk to any cat parent, and they’ve probably heard of the Yeowww! cat toy brand. Yeowww! makes some of the best cat toys on the market that cats will actually play with. In fact, I’ve gifted pretty much every cat parent I know a toy from this brand over the past few years, including one senior cat who’s nearly 20 (!), and she still plays with it years later. The brand includes a huge selection of fun catnip-filled designs, such as a rainbow, sardines and more.

$9 at Chewy

Dog parents know how important is is to keep their canine friends mentally engaged, which is why this hide-and-seek puzzle toy is the perfect gift. It will keep your four-legged friend entertained for hours, providing mental stimulation and honing retrieval skills. The plush guac ingredients have sewn-in squeakers to get pups excited for playtime. This small size is perfect for smaller dogs, but you can find other designs for larger breeds.

$9 at Chewy

For stocking stuffers especially, we love buying in bulk. This four-pack of some of Burt’s Bees most popular moisturizing chapsticks is a great pick if you have a lot of stockings to fill. Simply buy the pack and split them among the stockings. There are also four packs of the original Burt’s Bees peppermint oil flavor if you like to keep it simple.

$10 at Amazon
Mattel Games

Will your giftee enjoy this stocking stuffer? All signs point to yes.

$16 at Amazon

This kit includes pieces to create 20 customizable and foldable paper airplanes. The kit includes decorative stickers as well as double-sided paper to make building even more fun.

$7 at Amazon

I’m a big fan of Brins famous jams, especially for gifting. The brand makes some of the most unique, mouthwatering flavors of jams out there — Banana Jam! Strawberry Lemongrass Jam) — all more delicious than the next. But if you’re shopping for someone who doesn’t mind a little spice, this pepper jam made with garlic and ginger is my all-time favorite of the bunch. My recommended recipe for it? Toast a thick slice of sourdough, lash on a healthy helping of ricotta and top with a generous spread of the chili jam. Sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves. You’ll thank me later.

$9 at Amazon

These hair-drying towels are a great stocking stuffer for teen girls. It’s a two-pack as well, so you can split the pack among several stockings.

$10 at Amazon

Here's a fun take on the classic fidget spinner. These transformable fidget spinners include eight adjustable arms that can be shaped into different designs. And don't worry — they're made of extra durable components so they can handle falls and drops.

$8 at Amazon

People who like heat are usually gifted hot sauces, but why not reach for something sweeter this time? Mike’s Hot Honey is sweet, but not too sweet, with a touch of heat. Drizzle it on pepperoni pizza for a tasty, sweet and spicy combo, or squeeze just a touch on Brussels sprouts before roasting them to crispy perfection.

$10 at Amazon

Stocking Stuffers Under $15

For the littlest one on your shopping list, turn to these jumbo easy-grip crayons. They’re designed for little hands and chubby fingers that haven’t quite mastered the art of fine motor skills. They’re ideal for kids 1 year old and up.

$13 at Amazon

Glow-in-the-dark ceiling stars are a rite of passage for most kids, especially when they grade to a big kid bedroom. This set includes 200 glow-in-the-dark stars, adhesive putty and one bonus moon.

$14 at Amazon

This cinnamon-infused maple syrup is the perfect stocking stuffer for the adults on your list. They can use this fun and seasonal flavor in warming whiskey cocktails or put just a splash in their morning coffee for an autumnal burst of flavor. A healthy pour over a stack of fluffy pancakes is an obvious choice, too.

$14 at Amazon

Mario Badescu’s crowd-pleasing products can be gifted to teens, nieces, friends and moms alike. This three-pack of the brand’s well-loved lip balms includes their original, rose and mint flavors — perfect for splitting among several stockings.

$21 at Walmart

This catch-and-release bug viewer is an excellent gift for little kids who are obsessed with looking at little critters around the garden. The extended handle means they can view bugs from a safe distance, but the included magnifying glass allows them an even closer look.

$12 at Amazon

Everyone loves to have a nice-smelling car. This three-pack of Yankee Candle car fresheners is great to share among several stockings. This set includes one “Vanilla Cupcake,” one “Black Cherry,” and one “Home Sweet Home” scented car hanger.

$12 at Amazon

There’s something undeniably precious and twee about miniatures of the everyday products you might find at your local Walmart. This three-pack of Mini Brands is from the Series 4 collection, which includes iconic brands like Pringles, Kellogg's, Hershey's and Revlon, which was the first makeup to be made mini.

$27 at Walmart

This vanilla paste is recommended by chefs and pastry cooks the world over. Bakers know that what they make is only as good as the ingredients they put into it. More flavorful than your run-of-the-mill vanilla extract, and easier to use than fresh vanilla beans, this paste is an excellent addition to any home baker’s pantry. One jar contains the equivalent of 12 vanilla beans. The texture is thick and syrupy — like a vanilla caviar — and has an almost creamy taste to it. If you’re lucky, your giftee will bake you something delicious with it as a thank you.

$15 at Amazon

Because no stocking is complete without candy. This bag comes with individually wrapped peppermint bark pieces that can be tossed into as many stocking as you need to fill. Each bite is a refreshing minty twist on Ghirardelli's classic white chocolate. 

$28 at Amazon

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