The Best Stocking Stuffers Under $25

There’s something so satisfying about buying a friend or family member something they didn’t even know they wanted. Once you’ve crossed off a few things from their wishlist, snagging a few more stocking stuffers can be an excellent opportunity to pick out what might end up being their favorite gift. Stocking stuffers, by definition, have to be small, and some of our favorite gifts under $25 are small but mighty kitchen tools that your recipient will love to receive in their stocking.

We picked out some of the stocking stuffer ideas we’re hoping to get this year, including tested favorites and editor-loved gifts. Give the home chef on your list stocking stuffers they’ll actually want, like a razor-sharp paring knife, seasonal coffee, a dependable corkscrew, and more. Picks from Yeti, Henckels, Material, and other top brands — all under $25, proving that the thoughtful extras don’t have to break the bank. 

Best Stocking Stuffers Under $25

• Yeti Rambler 10-Ounce Stackable Lowball, $25 at yeti.com
• Material Kitchen The Sharpener, $15, originally $20 at materialkitchen.com
• Jenny Lemons Midi Cake Slice Hair Claw Clip, $20 at jennylemons.com
• Henckels Forged Accent 3.5-Inch Paring Knife, $24 at amazon.com
• Bonne Maman Preserves Sampler Variety Pack, $14 at amazon.com

Yeti Rambler 10-Ounce Stackable Lowball

We’ve extensively tested Yeti products, and this 10-ounce tumbler is an editor-favorite. It’s the compact version of the 20-ounce Yeti Tumbler, which aced our travel coffee mug tests due to its unmatched insulation. It’s perfect for small coffee drinks, like a latte, or cocktails outdoors.

Material The Sharpener

A dull knife is a dangerous knife, and if you’re going to invest in a quality chef’s knife, you should also invest in the proper tools to care for it and keep it working at its best. This Material sharpener is an easy-to-use pull-through model. Its small size and simple-but-effective design landed it on our list of the best knife sharpeners as the best compact pick.

Jenny Lemons Midi Cake Slice Hair Claw Clip

For the foodie who likes to add a bit of whimsy to their wardrobe, this cake slice claw clip from Jenny Lemons is the perfect stocking stuffer. The clip is made from cellulose acetate, a plastic alternative, which gives it a shiny, milky opacity that looks almost good enough to eat.

Henckels Forged Accent 3.5-Inch Paring Knife

A paring knife is one of the essential knives in any cook’s collection. This 3.5-inch blade from Henckels is the ideal size for small jobs, and the lightweight design makes it easy to maneuver for precise tasks.

Bonne Maman Preserves Sampler Variety Pack

Who doesn’t love a little sweet treat around the holidays? Skip the boring sweets and reach for this Bonne Maman Preserves Sampler Variety Pack. It includes five flavors of the brand’s signature preserves, perfect for slathering on toast, drizzling on ice cream, or including on a charcuterie board.

Partners Coffee Miracle on North 6th Street

The holidays bring tons of seasonal-flavored items. For the person on your list who is always ordering the latest spiced winter concoction, we recommend Partners Coffee Miracle on North 6th Street whole bean coffee. Tasting notes include cinnamon, orange, honey, and ginger for a cozy mulled wine-inspired flavor.

Microplane Premium Classic Series Zester

A zester is a handy tool that will be right at home in any cook’s kitchen. This Microplane was our favorite when we tested zesters because it was versatile enough to use with more than just citrus, and the rubber grip made it easy to control. Microplane is the gold standard for zesters, and this model makes it easy to see why.

Maldon Salt, Sea Salt Flakes, 8.5-Ounce

Flakey finishing salt is one of those small touches that takes a dish from good to great. It’s a fun item that any home cook would be thrilled to receive and might not usually buy for themselves. Maldon has been harvesting this flaky sea salt for over 140 years and is a favorite among chefs, so you know it’s top-tier.

OXO Steel Double Lever Waiter’s Corkscrew

A reliable, easy-to-use corkscrew is an underrated kitchen tool. Nothing is worse than a wine opener that tears the cork or can’t pop it out effectively. When we tested corkscrews, this OXO model was our absolute favorite because its straightforward and ergonomic design made it nearly effortless to open a bottle of wine, and for under $20, we think it’s a great deal.

Nielsen-Massey Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla Paste

The baker on your list wants fancy vanilla. This paste is a blend of Nielsen-Massey’s classic Madagascar bourbon vanilla extract and real vanilla beans for a double dose of complex vanilla flavor. A little goes a long way with this paste, so your recipient will be baking with it all year long.

Impresa Silicone Ravioli Spoon Rest

For the cook who won’t let even the most functional items in their kitchen be boring, this Ravioli Spoon Rest is the perfect stocking stuffer. It’s made from silicone, so it’s easy to wipe clean, and the larger size can hold two spoons at once. Plus, it’s the ultimate conversation piece for pasta night.