While it may be hard to say “stocking stuffers,” three times fast, finding some items that would be fun to fish out of festive decorations doesn’t need to be difficult. One easy way to fill a stocking is to shop with food in mind since everyone loves a treat! And, of course, there’s no reason you can’t grab some goodies for yourself. Here are some food-themed picks perfect for stuffing into a stocking (even if it’s your own!).
Something Sweet
Sanders Candy has a lineup of holiday confections perfect for the season. Adorable options like foil-wrapped chocolates disguised as ornaments, snowmen, and toy soldiers would make for a fun find at the bottom of any stocking. Also, Sanders’ Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Holiday Bourbon Caramels just launched this year. These chocolates have a soft, sweet caramel center, while the crunchy texture and flavor of the sea salt take these sweets up a notch. For peppermint lovers, the Dark Chocolate Peppermint Caramels with Candy Cane Sea Salt should hit the mark, and the colorful packaging makes it good for gifting. I’ve spotted some of Sanders’ candies at T.J. Maxx, so it may be worth taking a peek in the candy aisle if your holiday shopping happens to take you there.
Something Whimsical
We’ve all heard that you shouldn’t play with your food, but who says eating shouldn’t be fun? That’s the idea behind Prepara’s Tacopillar Taco Holder Set. These too-cute servers hold three tacos apiece and come in a set of four. The taco holders even have a built-in cup for holding salsa, sour cream, or whatever your taco needs might be (Extra shredded cheese, anyone?). Their fun, bright colors are a good fit for young taco gourmands, and the gift would pair well with Eric Carle’s children’s book, “The Very Hungry Caterpillar.” The Tacopillar Taco Holder Set is sold online at Prepara along with a host of other novel kitchenware.
Something Savory
Beef jerky is a big hit in my family’s stockings every year, and as a long-time jerky consumer, I can say with certainty that StarWalker Organic Farms is making some delicious stuff! I had a chance to try their Simply Salt & Pepper Beef Jerky. The three-ounce bag was filled with delectable, thin slices of jerky with a clean, peppery flavor. The package even contains a thoughtful addition—a dental floss pick! StarWalker is a third-generation farm in Fort Jones, California with a Regenerative Organic Certified (ROC) certification. From their website, shoppers will find individual flavors and sample packs of jerky, all with no sugar added and no nitrates. Individual flavors can also be found on Amazon.
Something for the Grown Ups
The holidays can be a lot of work. Whether you’ve been posing Santa’s little spying sprite around your residence for the past few weeks or trying to pull together the perfect outfit for a work party, the demands this time of year can add up. Luckily, merriment isn’t just for kids, and JaM Cellars has the perfect stocking-sized treat for the 21+ crowd. At a little over 8 ounces, ButterCans hold the perfect amount of wine, and the chardonnay has a bold, juicy flavor. With this size, you can ease into some wine without feeling the pressure of committing to an entire bottle in one sitting. JaM has a convenient Store Locator for finding the product nearby.
With presents like these, it could be a good idea to wait until the very last minute to fill up those stockings. They might just be a little too tempting for Santa!
