These White Elephant Gift Ideas Will Be a Hit

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White elephant gift exchanges are always a good time—especially when you're confident in the gift you're bringing to the table. That's because every player wants to bring the most coveted gift almost as much as they want to win it! If you're struggling to come up with creative gift exchange ideas that every guest will be fighting over, get inspired by our top picks for the best white elephant gifts.

Whether you're shopping for gifts for your friends, your family, or gifts for coworkers, there's something here for everyone, including books, gadgets, and more. You'll also find kitchen gifts that are crowd-pleasers, like a grilled cheese maker and a leakproof floral tumbler from The Pioneer Woman line. But the best thing about these options is that most of them qualify as gifts under $50 or even gifts under $10.

Since white elephant exchanges often include family members of all ages, we made sure to include tons of great gifts for moms, gifts for grandparents, and gifts for teen girls and teen boys. These picks would also work well as Secret Santa gifts or fun stocking stuffers. And if you've got another holiday party coming up, check out the best gag gifts, too. No matter which one you choose, these unique and hilarious white elephant gift ideas are well worth a steal!

Popco Microwave Silicone Popcorn Popper

Get the gift exchange popping with this silicone popcorn popper that'll make a tasty snack in mere minutes. Just pour popcorn kernels into the bowl, add oil and salt, and put it in the microwave!

Nixplay Digital Touch Screen Picture Frame

Everyone will want to get their hands on this digital picture frame that allows you to share cherished photos directly from your phone, tablet, or computer. It's super easy to set up so it'll appeal to people of all ages in your gift exchange.

2024 Appointment Wall Calendar

Get someone's year off to a pretty start with this floral wall calendar. Each month features a beautiful new design and plenty of space for daily engagements and notes.

Jack Black The Triple Play Skincare Set

The men in your group will love this limited-edition set of three skin-care products from Jack Black. An excellent value, this gift comes with an all-over wash for the face, hair and body (3 oz.), a daily facial cleanser, and a face moisturizer with SPF 20.

White Smart Coffee Mug Warmer

Their coffee will never go cold again with this popular mug warmer that keeps drinks hot for hours. It's easy to use and care for and it automatically turns on and off when you place your cup on it or pick it up.

SKIN GYM IceCoolie Ice Roller

Anyone who's into skincare will want to take home this ice roller that's designed to depuff and refresh skin and reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. It's like a mini facial at home!

Graza "Drizzle" Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Elevate all of their favorite dishes with this cult favorite finishing oil. It's made from 100 percent Picual olives from Jaen, Spain, and is not blended like most olive oils in the U.S.

Flavehc Mini Dutch Ovens

How adorable are these mini dutch ovens? They're just as functional and can be used to roast garlic bulbs, bake brie cheese or small cakes, and much more.

Wireless Bluetooth Karaoke Microphone

Sing your heart out anytime, anywhere with this karaoke microphone. It's compatible with most singing apps and can also be used as a wireless speaker, mp3 player, and recorder.

Holiday Assorted Dozen Cupcakes

You can never go wrong with gifting a sweet and festive treat at the holidays. This box comes with four vanilla cupcakes, four red velvet cupcakes with Santa Baby fancy sprinkles, and four Chocolate Peppermint cupcakes. Yum!

Rechargeable Hand Warmer

Help them stay warm and cozy in the chilly months with this top-rated rechargeable hand warmer. Customers say they love the cute design and that it warms up almost instantly.

Seal Tight Glass Bowl

These fan-favorite lidded bowls will keep lunches and leftovers fresh and feature a convenient leakproof and portable design. They're dishwasher and microwave safe, too!

Women's Merino Wool Blend Sweater Quarter Socks

These cozy socks in a soft Merino Wool blend will become instant favorites for the lucky winner. They're designed to hold up wear after wear, so they'll enjoy them for years to come.

Desktop Vacuum Cleaner

Anyone who's New Year's resolution is to keep a tidier home will welcome this cordless mini vacuum that makes it easy to clean desktops and hard to reach places. Reviewers say it's surprisingly powerful, especially for its small size!

Men's Genuine Shearling Clog Slippers

Who wouldn't love a cozy new pair of slippers? Made with naturally moisture wicking material, memory foam insoles, and durable outsoles, these slippers are the perfect pick for indoor or outdoor wear.

Genuine Fred Matryoshka Measuring Cups

There's more than meets the eye to this adorable set of nesting dolls. They're actually a set of six dry measuring cups designed to doll up your cooking experiences!

Unisex Beanie with The Light

Light up evening strolls and late-night dog walks with this unisex beanie featuring a built-in LED light. It's even waterproof so you can wear it in all weather!

Family Matching Reindeer Gloves

This gift will make a whole family happy! These matching wool reindeer gloves are guaranteed to get everyone in the holiday spirit.

Saucemoto Dip Clip

Upgrade their drive-thru experience with this dip clip that attaches to a car air vent. Think of all the spills that'll be prevented!

Hummingbird Feeder Ring Kit

This one is for all the bird lovers! They'll have an up close and personal experience with wild life with this hummingbird feeder ring kit that comes complete with two rings, nectar mix, syringe, and a cleaning brush.

Espresso Martini Infusion Kit

Espresso martinis are all the rage lately, and now they'll be able to make their own from the comfort of their own home with this easy infusion kit. Just add vodka and ice, or make it a mocktail!

Corkcicle Air 4-in-1 Iceless Wine Chiller

This neat tool allows you to chill, aerate, and pour your wine. The icicle design is so cool and definitely a fun conversation starter, too!

Houswise Smores Maker Tabletop Indoor Kit

Enjoy s'mores anytime, anywhere with this portable, tabletop kit. It can even be used as a (mini) firepit!

Shower Affirmation Set

Everybody could use a little confidence boost. These affirmation cards stick to the shower wall and will help the owner get every day started off right with positive affirmations like: "I am open and ready to receive amazing opportunities."

Yodeling Pickle

This gift is just dill-lightful! Inspire lots of laughter and fun with a simple touch of a button with this silly yodeling pickle.

Grilled Personal Pizza Maker

They can easily whip up brick oven-style pizza right on the grill with this nifty personal pizza maker. They'll be digging into cheesy, saucy goodness is less than 10 minutes!

Lightsaber Chopsticks

Star Wars fans will get a kick out of these chopsticks designed to look like mini lightsabers. The force will be with them whenever they use them to eat their favorite foods.

Leg Lamp Nightlight

Anyone who watches A Christmas Story every year will want to get their hands on this hilarious leg lamp nightlight for holiday decorating. In fact, they might want to leave it up all year long!

White Elephant Candle

The name of this candle says it all. It's a playful nod to the game while still being a useful gift. After all, who wouldn't want their home to be filled with sweet notes of candied orange, champagne, and gingerbread cookies?

Todd and Margo Christmas Towel Set

Fans of the movie are sure to be fighting over this gift! This supremely quotable line from National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation deserves to be immortalized on these cute holiday towels.

Champagne Shooter Plastic Glass Set

Here's a gift that's right on time for New Year's Eve! It's a set of 10 champagne shooters to ring in 2024 with your best bubbly.

Head Massager

Who couldn't use a good head massage? This set of two scalp massagers is designed to stimulate circulation, relax muscles, and reduce tension, fatigue, and stress.

Tabletop Mini Bowling Game Set

This mini bowling game may seem like a gag gift but it actually provides hours of entertainment! Whoever wins this one can keep it on their desk for whenever they need a little break from work.

Bamboo Cheese and Charcuterie Cutting Board

Anyone who loves to entertain will be vying for this gift. It stores as a compact wedge and opens to an 18" round board for holding all your favorite meats, cheeses, and other bites. There's even a hidden drawer with a 3-piece knife set tucked inside.

Beer Mitten Gloves

Gift them their new favorite tailgating accessory: a knitted glove that will help them keep their hands warm and cozy while they're sipping on their favorite cold drinks.

Sushi Socks

Sushi anyone? These socks come neatly wrapped up to look just like rolls of sushi. It's a little silly, yes, but after the initial laughter dies down, they'll still be able to get a lot of use out of it.

Selfie Ring Light

All the teens will be after this one! It's a ring light that clips onto your cell phone to help you take perfectly lit selfies every time.

Burrito Throw Blanket

Okay, this one is hilarious. This oversized blanket looks exactly like a burrito, and it's made from a super soft flannel so you can feel silly and comfy at the same time!

Foodie Dice

Shake up their cooking routine with this set of foodie dice that offers plenty of inspiration for creating simple yet inventive meals. It includes five primary dice (protein, cooking method, grain/carb, herb, bonus ingredient) and four seasonal veggie ones.

DASH Mini Waffle Maker

Make breakfast time a little more fun with this cute mini waffle maker. The possibilities don't stop at waffles, either: You can also use it to make waffled hash browns, cookies, biscuit pizzas, and more.

Electric Car Blanket

This blanket will be a lifesaver for anyone who's always cold. Bonus: It can be plugged right into a cigarette lighter so they can use it on the go!

Waterproof Bluetooth Shower Speaker

This one's for all the shower singers on your list. Thanks to this handy bluetooth speaker, they'll finally feel like they're performing to a sold-out arena...and not just to their cats.

Desktop Vacuum Cleaner

This mini vacuum cleaner will keep their home or office desk neat and tidy, just how they like it. Reviewers love that it's rechargeable and doesn't require batteries.

3-Piece Salsa Spoon Set

Got any guac- or salsa-obsessed friends? Take their taco nights to the next level with these adorable engraved spoons.

Nostalgia Grilled Cheese Sandwich Toaster

They'll enjoy a mess-free grilled cheese making experience with this retr0-inspired toaster. It delivers the perfect toasty outside every time!

The Pioneer Woman Fancy Flourish Full Size Fragrance Warmer

You can't go wrong with a wax warmer, and they'll especially want this version from Ree's line. Any recipient will enjoy easily adding sweet fragrances to their home and how it doubles as pretty décor.

Luxury Bathtub Tray Caddy

Enhance their self-care routine with this bamboo bathtub caddy featuring an extendable design and a removable book/tablet stand. Reviewers say it's a relaxation game-changer!

Oster 4207 Cordless Electric Wine Opener

Why waste time struggling with a traditional wine key when you can use this top-rated electric opener? It's a great way to impress party or dinner guests, too.

Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug

Their coffee or tea will never go cold! This smart mug keeps drinks their preferred temperature for up to a full day and can even be controlled with an app for added convenience.

Tile Pro 1-pack. Powerful Bluetooth Tracker

Do you have friends who are forever misplacing their phone, keys, and other essentials? They'll all want this bluetooth tracker that will make their daily lives so much easier.

Multifunctional Vegetable Chopper

Every home cook will want to take home this 13-in-1 food chopper! With the ability to slice, dice, chop, grate, and more, it will be the hardest-working tool in any kitchen.

Throw Throw Burrito

This pick is a cross between dodgeball and a classic card matching game. It allows for up to six players, so the whole family can join in on the fun.

Espresso Coffee Machine

They can enjoy their favorite coffee drinks at home with this multipurpose espresso machine. Make espressos, lattes, cappuccinos, and more with the simple touch of a button.

Bluetooth Banana Phone

Okay, so this one is a bit of a gag gift but it's actually still kind of useful! When you connect this bluetooth-enabled banana phone to your real phone, you can use it to make calls in the most hilarious way.

The Pioneer Woman Sweet Rose Stainless Steel Ultimate Mug

This gorgeous tumbler from The Pioneer Woman is about to become someone's new go-to. The 100% leakproof sliding lid means they'll enjoy their favorite drinks to the very last drop.

12" Screen Magnifier for Smartphone

They can leave their tablet at home thanks to this top-rated gadget. It magnifies your phone screen 3 to 4 times to deliver a better experience watching movies, videos, games, and more.

Kitsch Satin Heatless Curling Set

Curls and waves are super in right now, but heat damage is definitely not! Treat their hair with care with this heatless curling set that has reviewers raving.

'Accidentally Wes Anderson' Coffee Table Book

This bestselling coffee table book will enchant Wes Anderson fans or anyone who has an appreciation for charming and colorful sights.

iPhone Lightening Charger

We all have that one friend whose phone is always about to die. Here's hoping they're the winner of this lightening charger that can fully charge an iPhone in just an hour.

LED Moon Lamp

This pretty moon lamp will set a relaxing mood anywhere in your home. It comes with a handy remote control to change the color or brightness.

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