7 best White Elephant gift options from Trader Joe’s for $10 or less

It’s gifting season and it’s time to decide on your White Elephant gifts. These types of gifts have grown increasingly popular because of the fun and entertainment they provide during the holidays.

Although tradition demands that White Elephant gifts be of little to no value, people have found creative ways to score budget-friendly and valuable gifts for friends and loved ones.

If you have kitchen enthusiasts and foodies as friends, you might want to check out food options from Trader Joe’s that are quality and are less than $10!

From seasoning blends for your holiday stews to the tiniest chocolate chip cookies, this article has got you covered.

White Elephant gift options from Trader Joe's you shouldn't miss

1) Trader Joe’s 21 Seasoning Salute Blend

For $7.20 on Amazon, you can get this smooth blend of onion, black pepper, cayenne pepper, celery seed, bay leaf, and parsley, amongst others (Image via Amazon)

For $7.20 on Amazon, you can get this smooth blend of onion, black pepper, cayenne pepper, celery seed, bay leaf, and parsley, amongst others. It’s the perfect White Elephant gift—pocket-friendly and small and will spice up your Holiday Tortellinis and Pozoles.

2) Trader Joe’s Cinnamon Bun Spread

The cinnamon bun spread comes in handy as a White Elephant gift and even for personal use (Image via Amazon)

The cinnamon bun spread comes in handy as a White Elephant gift and even for personal use. You can spread it on pancakes, oatmeals, French toast, ice cream, and even coffee. On the plus side, it won’t leave a dent in your pockets after purchase. Shop for $7.98 on Amazon.

3) Trader Joe’s Tiniest Chocolate Chip cookies

If you have a sweet tooth, you can sprinkle these chocolatey treats on top of ice cream, cupcakes, and milk bowls (Image via Walmart)

These uncomplicated treats are made with butter and are perfect for snacking anywhere. Do you know what they are also good for? White Elephant gifts. If you have a sweet tooth, you can sprinkle these chocolatey treats on top of ice cream, cupcakes, and milk bowls. Shop for $8.99 on Walmart.

4) Trader Joe’s Traditional Tunisian Harissa Hot Sauce

This Trader Joe’s hot sauce brings authentic North American flavors right to you (Image via Walmart)

This Trader Joe’s hot sauce brings authentic North American flavors right to you. The chili paste is made with a blend of hot peppers, garlic, and fragrant spices. This versatile ingredient can be added to soups, stews, and marinades and comes in handy as White Elephant gifts. Shop for $5.98 at Walmart.

5) Trader Joe’s Sweetened Dried Orange Slices

The versatile treats are useful for old-fashioned cocktails and garnishing (Image via Walmart)

These sweet offerings from Trader Joe’s are moistened and are perfect for snacking with a 5-star review on the Walmart website. The versatile treats are useful for old-fashioned cocktails and garnishing. Shop for $9.50 at Walmart.

6) Trader Joe’s Crunchy Curls Tasty Lentil & Potato snacks

These lentil & potato snacks are crunchy and lean on lentil flour, potato starch, soybean oil, safflower oil, and salt(Image via Walmart)

These lentil & potato snacks are crunchy and lean on lentil flour, potato starch, soybean oil, safflower oil, and salt. The simple and bestselling snacks are salty and filling due to their dense nature. They are vegan and contain soy with traces of wheat. You can pair them with your favorite drinks for a wholesome snacking experience. Shop for $6.99 on Walmart.

7) Trader Joe’s Chocolate Covered Sea Salt Butterscotch Caramels

Buyers like the taste, saltiness, and quality of the product (Image via Amazon)

These butterscotch caramels from Trader Joe’s are small-sized White Elephant gift options. It also helps that they come with a 4.3-star rating on Amazon. Buyers like the taste, saltiness, and quality of the product. These treats come with subtle hints of butterscotch, sweet chocolate, and soft caramel. Shop for $8.87 on Amazon.