Of all the Christmas traditions, filling stockings might be one of the best. There may be different schools of thought on how to do stockings (Should the gifts be wrapped or unwrapped? Do the stockings come from Santa or Mom and Dad?) but we suspect almost everyone will agree that there is always room for a tasty treat in any Christmas stocking! And sure, we could go super old school and just stick a couple of candy canes in and call it good, but where is the fun in that?
This year, we're all about mixing it up with sweet, savory, and even a little boozy (for adult stockings only, obviously) treats that will make Christmas Day snacking extra tasty. From chocolates with an extra jolt of caffeine to spicy snacks that bring some heat, we've got options for every snacker out there this year. Not going to lie, we think even Santa would be impressed!
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Hot Honey Cashews
We all know that we'll end up at Target at least 10 times before the holidays are over, so we might as well grad some of these super-tasty cashews while we are there! The Good & Gather Hot Honey Cashews are sweet, spicy, and a perfect snack. At less than $4, these are a wallet-friendly addition to any stocking.
Torani Peppermint Syrup
$9.99
from
World Market
Peppermint is one of the quintessential flavors of Christmas, but we think we can upgrade the traditional candy canes with this Torani Peppermint Syrup. It's perfect for fans of flavored coffees and peppermint hot chocolate and A+ holiday drink as well.
Chomps Spicy Habanero Beef Sticks
It's hard to believe, but not everyone has a sweet tooth. These spicy beef sticks from Chomps are a delicious stocking option for people who like more savory flavors or who are looking for a high-protein, zero-sugar treat for the holidays. This comes as a 10-pack, which is easy enough to split between several stockings.
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Teaspressa Instant Mimosa Kit
$30
from
Teaspressa
This cute instant mimosa set is the perfect stocking stuffer for anyone who loves brunch or just a delicious glass of something bubbly. Simply place a cube (which comes in yummy flavors such as grapefruit and lemon) and fill with a sparkling drink. This will make Christmas morning extra merry!
Partake Gluten Free Cookies
The holidays and all the treats that go with it can be tough to navigate for people who are gluten-free or who have food allergies. These cookies from Partake help make filling a stocking a little easier for people who have tree nut, dairy, or soy allergies.
Bobo's PB&J Oat Snack Variety Pack
Here's what we love about the PB&J Oat Snack variety box from Bobo's: Anyone from toddlers to college students (and, let's be real, parents) will be happy to have these tasty vegan treats in their stocking. They make the perfect snack for Christmas morning if breakfast isn't quite ready yet.
Lindt Chili Dark Chocolate
Sometimes, we just want some chocolate that we don't have to share with the kids. Any mom who's ever lied to their kid about a piece candy being "too spicy" to try might love getting an actually spicy (but still sweet) chocolate bar from Lindt in a stocking.
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Ball Park Popcorn Salt
$2.99
from
Amish Country Popcorn
We're not saying that moms might not like this yummy (and super affordable at only $2.99) popcorn salt, but there is something about this that just gives some major dad stocking stuffer vibes, right? It's an appropriate gift for a dad or anyone who loves a nice salty snack.
Ora Organic Pre-Workout Powder
OK, so technically we're not sure if pre-workout powder counts as food, let alone a treat, but we're quite confident that any of our workout obsessed friends and family will be happy to get some packets of this organic and vegan powder from Ora in their stockings.
White and Dark Chocolate Peppermint Bark
$14.99
from
World Market
Here's the vision we have of Christmas morning: We open our stocking and there is a delicious tin of dark and white chocolate peppermint bark inside. Do we spend the rest of the day grazing on it? Yes, yes we do. And is it amazing? Yes, yes it is.
Momofuku Chili Crunch Hot Honey
Momofuki Chili Cunch Hot Honey is an easy way to turn up the flavor on everything from scrambled egg to frozen pizza. A little bit packs a big punch, and the hot honey flavor brings a mixture of sweet and spicy that any foodie will love finding on Christmas morning.
Mistletoe Margarita
$22.95
from
Williams Sonoma
Well, fa la la la and deck the halls! This cocktail mixer from Williams Sonoma features "tart cranberry juice, bright blood orange juice and tangy lime juice, plus pure agave nectar for a touch of sweetness" and will definitely make someone's holiday extra festive.
Crunchy Roasted Edamame
$13.97
from
The Only Bean
Here's another option for a non-sweet treat that is filled with protein and is perfectly designed for filling the stocking of someone who loves a snack with a lot of crunch. These are also vegan and gluten-free so can work well for folks who have some food restrictions.
Awake Original Bites Variety Pack
$34.99
from
Awake Caffeinated Chocolate
We're not ashamed to admit that we are totally in favor of having some candy for breakfast on Christmas! And if our kids wake us up before the crack of dawn, why not enjoy a piece of delicious chocolate that also has the equivalent of a half cup of caffeine in it? The caramel one is our personal fave.
Avocado Oil and Vinegar Vinaigrette & Marinade
$8.89
from
Primal Kitchen
Sometimes it can be tough to find a food gift for someone who practices a more restrictive kind of diet (no carbs? We could never), but Primal Kitchen's Avocado Oil & Vinegar dressing will fit right inside both their stocking and meal plan.
Tony's Chocolate Sampler Pack
We love the Tony's Chocolonly brand because the bars are delicious and we support the company's mission to produce candy that is making the world a better place by trying to eliminate child slavery. This could be an appropriate stocking treat for someone with a sweet tooth and a sense of social justice.
Mint Twists® 2 lb Peppermint Stick
$9
from
Atkinson's
If it just isn't a Christmas stocking if it doesn't include a candy cane, why not go REALLY BIG this year? Yep, this peppermint beast is a whopping two pounds, so that is a lot of minty goodness for any Christmas traditionalist to enjoy.
