56 Best Secret Santa Gifts in 2024 That They’ll Actually Want
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Between nailing down holiday plans and finding gifts for everyone on your list, scooping up the best Secret Santa gifts can easily slip your mind. Well, friends, take this as your sign to shop ASAP. There are a bunch of great Secret Santa gift ideas that’ll arrive in time for Christmas or your office white elephant gift exchange. To help you score some thoughtful gifts this holiday season without the panic, our shopping editors picked presents that are so good they won’t end up in a donation bin.
Looking for presents for the men in your life who say they don’t want anything? Go with a popcorn machine or some premium salt flakes. Do you have a picky BFF or a hard-to-please teen? You can’t go wrong with a self-care gift like a fancy tea mug or a silk pillowcase. Shopping for a coworker you hardly know? Go with a gag gift like a tiny desk pickleball set or a burrito throw blanket.
Below, we’ve gathered some of the best Secret Santa gifts for all types of people, most of which are wallet-friendly, under-$25 picks and Amazon gift ideas that you can get delivered quick.
Our top picks
- Best for Coworkers: Dash Mini Waffle Maker, $10
- Best for Friends: J Jimoo 100% Silk Pillowcase,
($28)$24 - Best Under $15: Anthropologie Bistro Tile Monogram Mug, $14
- Best Under $20: Codenames Board Game, (
$25) $20 - Best Under $25: Zens Tea Infuser Cup, $25
- Best Under $50: Lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag 1L, $48
- Best Gag Gift: World’s Smallest Vacuum, $15
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Zens Tea Infuser Cup
Better than another coffee mug, this is the perfect gift for tea drinkers. This ceramic mug includes an interior infuser for loose-leaf tea, plus a lid to keep their brew piping hot.
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Dash Popcorn Maker
Finally, a way for them to enjoy theater-level popcorn without having to pay for cinema tickets.
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Kate Spade “Heart of Gold” Idiom Bangle
Remind them that they’ve got a “heart of gold,” with this sleek Kate Spade bangle. Everyday jewelry always makes for a solid holiday gift; plus, who can resist an engraved heartwarming message?
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J Jimoo Mulberry Silk Pillowcase
Silk pillowcases make some of the best gifts for women (and men!) and this one is undeniably luxe for the price point. Their skin and hair can thank you later.
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Czech Games Codenames Boardgame
This addictive group card game will have anyone begging to play another round, even people who don’t host game night every week. College students will be especially grateful for this one.
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Apple AirTag
The perpetually forgetful person will get plenty of use out of this helpful Bluetooth-enabled AirTag that’ll keep track of their keys, luggage, and even pets!
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Bodum Pour-Over Coffee Maker
This pour-over coffee maker is cheaper (and loads more convenient) than their daily Starbucks run.
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Haus Aus Hues Custom Pet Portrait
For less than $20, you can treat any pet parent to a customized portrait of their very best friend. You can also have it framed for a small additional charge.
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Análú Therapy Dough
Meant to mimic the clay that art therapists use to relax their patients, this essential-oil-infused dough is ideal for your most stressed-out coworker.
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Usaga Scalp Massager
When you know next to nothing about your recipient and you’re hit with a $15 limit, you can always turn to feel-good, fail-safe gifts like a soothing scalp massager.
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Dash Mini Waffle Maker
This mini bestseller will bring the joy of a hotel breakfast to their home kitchen. It doesn’t just do DIY waffles; it can whip up hash browns, pizza, and cookies, too.
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Cats Rule the Earth Tarot: 78-Card Deck and Guidebook for the Feline-Obsessed
A beautifully illustrated tarot card deck is a fun and unique gift for a magical friend. It even comes with an accompanying guidebook to give beginners a solid intro.
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Harney & Sons Gingerbread Festival Tea, 30 Sachets
Toast the season with festive gingerbread tea from Harney & Sons. The set includes spicy gingerroot, cinnamon, molasses, and vanilla flavor, and is a yummy addition to any kitchen or office.
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Yeti Rambler Colster Can Insulator (For 12-Oz. Cans)
Is your giftee on a hard-seltzer kick? This slim holster will keep their flavor of choice chilly for hours. Buy through Yeti, and you can even have it personalized for a small fee (and it comes in other sizes too).
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Best Lip Gloss: Dior Lip Glow Oil
Possibly the best trending gift of the year is the TikTok-viral Dior Lip Glow Oil—one of our favorite beauty products. The beauty enthusiast will thank the stars you’re their Santa when they unwrap their own tube, which gives a glossy sheen, hydrates lips with cherry oil, and has that perfectly not-too-sticky consistency.
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Burt’s Bees Stocking Stuffers Set
Gift sets make for some of the best Secret Santa gifts because they give your loved one a chance to try different products in travel-size form and usually come prettily packaged. This Burt’s Bees set is one of our faves. It’s just $10 and packs in the brand’s calming cleansing cream, body lotion, foot cream, itch-reducing hand salve, and gentle lip balm.
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Anthropologie Bistro Tile Margot Monogram Mug
If they dream of living in an Emily in Paris alternate reality, they’ll feel oh-so fancy when they reach for this French-bistro-inspired tiled mug each morning. The personal initial really makes it theirs.
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Intelligent Change The Five-Minute Journal
This notebook makes journaling less intimidating and time-consuming with its low-effort, fill-in prompts that cause its writer to pause and take stock of all they have to be grateful for.
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Geekey Multi-Tool
The family member who prizes preparedness can slip this nifty gadget onto their key ring and always have a screwdriver, ruler, bike spoke wrench, bottle opener, and more on hand.
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Environet Hydroponic Herb-Growing Kit
We love this kit for as a gift idea for your coworker with access to ample light. It comes with a mason jar planter and the seeds and soil they need to grow beautiful, soothing lavender right on their windowsill, kitchen counter, or desktop.
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Mevecco Zodiac Constellation Pendant Necklace
Zodiac-themed gifts are always a winner, since they’re a little personal without being overly sentimental. If your giftee looks to the stars for guidance, they’ll most likely love the thoughtfulness of this 14k gold-plated brass charm necklace that’s studded with the constellation that corresponds with their sign.
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Laid and Confused: Why We Tolerate Bad Sex and How to Stop by Marie Yagoda”,”dek”:[“div”,[“p”,”This tell-all is one of our “,[“a”,{“href”:”https://www.glamour.com/gallery/best-nonfiction-books-2023″,”target”:”_blank”},”best nonfiction books”],” for its sharp portrayal of bad sex. “I expected the usual blend of statistics and groundbreaking advice to communicate more with your sex partner. I ended up electrified, reading this book like it was a surprise-drop Bible sequel,” “,[“em”,”Glamour”],” contributor “,[“a”,{“href”:”https://www.glamour.com/contributor/jenny-singer”,”target”:”_blank”},”Jenny Singer”],” writes. “Yagoda, a longtime sex writer, is terrifyingly accurate and very funny in her analysis of youngish, casualish bad sex, and her prognosis for how we can and should avoid it.””]],”functionalTags”:[],”id”:”656e3a0b1cdd5672b3ef6189″,”isHedClickable”:false,”isPromotion”:null,”name”:”Laid and Confused: Why We Tolerate Bad Sex and How to Stop by Marie Yagoda”,”offers”:[{“offerUrl”:”https://www.amazon.com/dp/1250277736?tag=macmillan-20″,”price”:”$27″,”currency”:”USD”,”purchaseUri”:”https://cna.st/p/tn2HCMyCtD1YjYWGbcjJHhc4k38RnHgWENzkHXitxJYjefXtomjHGGVrtk26fHP65mmvHxzZHbJvnA9R7seuo5ZkKTAonM6g51KXhYQQ2M7ZepLFQCpTXnnEShQcBZzaXghumQTpn7FcZePpcRWWsamqcwppREaGgbDevEAeod1HUa6eChaBUAMeA13jLaSgxNrLX7DUruHQmEScigeNkdo3tskPTKzXeo6Ff38QdgoQEQjPiwKJNdmncrNhYxn”,”reducedPrice”:”$14″,”sellerName”:”Amazon”,”countryCode”:”US”}],”promotionHed”:null,”promotionText”:null,”socialIconsProps”:{“links”:[{“network”:”Pinterest”,”label”:”Post to Pinterest”,”url”:”https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.glamour.com%2Fgallery%2Fsecret-santa-gifts&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.glamour.com%2Fphotos%2F67000b408179f453a2d30f7d%2Fmaster%2Fw_1200%2Cc_limit%2F’Laid%2520and%2520Confused%2520Why%2520We%2520Tolerate%2520Bad%2520Sex%2520and%2520How%2520to%2520Stop’%2520by%2520Marie%2520Yagoda.png&description=Laid%20and%20Confused%3A%20Why%20We%20Tolerate%20Bad%20Sex%20and%20How%20to%20Stop%20by%20Marie%20Yagoda”}]},”itemSocialSharesProps”:{“showBookmark”:false,”links”:[]},”showLocalisedOffers”:true,”isUpcEnabled”:true,”index”:21,”showClampedProductDescription”:false,”isMobileView”:false,”hasMultipleImageSupport”:true,”showImageCreditText”:true,”showMultipleImageCount”:4,”hasProsConsFeature”:false,”hasRatingFeature”:false,”pros”:[],”cons”:[],”rating”:””,”shouldUseAmazonPrimeDayLiveAPIData”:false,”order”:21,”totalCount”:56,”preHeaderOne”:”22/56″,”showOrderedGallery”:false,”hasAffiliateLinkDisabled”:false,”layout”:”ProductEmbed”,”component”:”unified_product_card”,”hasMultipleImage”:false,”componentType”:true,”showProsConsData”:false,”showBadge”:false}”>
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Laid and Confused: Why We Tolerate Bad Sex and How to Stop by Marie Yagoda
This tell-all is one of our best nonfiction books for its sharp portrayal of bad sex. “I expected the usual blend of statistics and groundbreaking advice to communicate more with your sex partner. I ended up electrified, reading this book like it was a surprise-drop Bible sequel,” Glamour contributor Jenny Singer writes. “Yagoda, a longtime sex writer, is terrifyingly accurate and very funny in her analysis of youngish, casualish bad sex, and her prognosis for how we can and should avoid it.”
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Pavoi 14k-Gold-Plated Small Chunky Hoops
Sometimes the most thoughtful gift is also the simplest. Case in point: gold hoops that they’ll want to wear with everything.
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Casofu Burrito Throw Blanket
Some of the best Secret Santa and white elephant gifts are the silliest—and what could be sillier than a snuggly blanket that makes you look like a cutie little burrito?
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Avocado Huggers
Anyone who can claim avocado as a big part of their diet knows that it’s a pain to keep fresh. Not the case with this cleverly designed silicone saver that neatly slides around the top of an unused avo half to form an airtight seal (and has a pit pocket that can pop in or out to shape around it).
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Anker Magnetic Portable Charger
Gifting a family member who lives far away or who never remembers to charge their phone? They can stick it on this wireless magnetic charger for extra battery life, and it converts into a phone stand, so they can FaceTime hands-free.
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Lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag 1L
A good fanny pack keeps their essentials close and hands free so they can do other important things (like run or sip an iced coffee). Lululemon’s water-repellent, bestselling belt bag is a go-to for Glamour contributing lifestyle writer and editor Kristine Thomason. “When I’m heading out for a mild hike or an active day, I reach for this petite pack because it’s lightweight and feels comfortable slung across my shoulder—plus, it holds a shocking amount of essentials: sunscreen, sunglasses, wallet, snacks, the list goes on,” she says.
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Succulents Unique Succulent Gift Pack Collection
Nudge them into plant parenthood or add to their collection with this sweetly packaged set of five low-maintenance succulents.
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Laneige Midnight Minis Lip Sleeping Mask Set
Glamour editors swear by (and have awarded as one of our all-time favorite lip balms) this Laneige sleeping mask for how baby-soft it leaves lips—making it a welcome present for the Secret Santa recipient who deals with dry, chapped skin in winter.
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Le Mini Macaron Nail Play Art Set
Maybe they already excel at painting their nails (yawn). Challenge them to new heights with this fun DIY manicure art set that includes pretty sequins, stars, initials, and more that they can apply with the included tweezers and top coat.
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Pinch Provisions Velvet Minimergency Kit
Inside this pretty velvet pouch are mini versions of all the essentials they’ll need on a night out, during a wedding, or just day to day. We’re talking a tiny mending kit, stain remover, deodorant, breath drops, and more. Handy, huh?
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Desktop Pickleball Game
There’s something undeniably delightful about a small gift idea—and miniature is even better. Gift this tiny desktop pickleball set to your coworker with a card that challenges them to a match.
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Storm Cloud Barometer
Here’s a truly unique gift idea: a cloud-shaped desk accessory filled with liquid that responds to atmospheric changes, giving its owner a heads-up on the weather.
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We’re Not Really Strangers Card Game
They can bust out this thought-provoking card game at their next dinner party, or stick it in the car for memorable road-trip conversation starters.
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5 Second Rule Uncensored Card Game
Players have five seconds to spit out answers to card prompts like “things you can’t resist” and “places you stash condoms.” The time constraint inevitably leads to spontaneous fun—but you might want to skip gifting this adult game at your office Secret Santa gift exchange.
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Rifle Paper Co. Tote Bag
The book lover in your life can tote around their latest read (ACOTAR or Intermezzo, perhaps?) in this cute tote illustrated with literary classics.
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Sonix Airtag Case
This stylish but useful AirTag holder attaches to their keys or purse, so they’re easy to find. Choose from quirky designs like dice, a pickleball paddle, or a strawberry.
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Anthropologie Home For The Holidays Monogram Ornament
The beauty of ornaments is that they’re a Christmas gift they’ll use year after year. This one is like a snowglobe on a string, with a frosted wonderland and their initial captured inside forever. Despite how luxe it looks, the present is under $15.
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Novovida Ice Globes
They can pop these globes in the fridge, then press them over and under puffy eyes. It’s a welcome addition to any morning, especially for the person who struggles to wake up.
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Maldon Sea Salt Flakes
Now, here’s the kind of present that pleases pretty much everyone: a tub of delicious Maldon sea salt flakes they can sprinkle on olive oil or even ice cream.
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Gardener’s Supply Sunprint Kit
A sunprint kit is the kind of craft that’s simple enough for a child to do (or the loved one who proclaims they’re not crafty). All they’ll need is sunshine, water, and a leaf or branch from nature to bring about a cool piece of art.
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Jisulife Handheld Mini-Fan
This pocket-size portable fan is a go-to for most of our shopping team. It has three powerful breezes, acts as a portable charger, and lasts for weeks on a single charge.
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Uniqlo Round Mini Shoulder Bag
Uniqlo’s viral crossbody bag somehow fits so much more than you’d expect. “I see this bag everywhere in New York. I think it’s because despite its trim size, it stretches to store so many things: my Kindle or a book, a water bottle, compact umbrella, phone, makeup, you name it,” says Glamour commerce editor Malia Griggs. “It comes in a ton of colors and materials (and is only $20). I have it in three colors.”
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Vlando Plush Velvet Personalized Jewelry Case
This personalized gift organizes their necklaces and earrings so they’re not all tangled together from travel.
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Ewrkbr Bubble Letter Monogram Necklace
Initial necklaces are a big jewelry trend this year—they’re personal, pretty, and stylish. “I gave one of these to a friend with the first letter of her daughter’s name, and she wears it everyday,” says Glamour’s Griggs.
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Army Man Bottle Opener
It’s a toy soldier on a mission—to crack open a cold beer. At $7, it’s a good cheap gift for the dad who’s a child at heart.
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Official IMDb Movie Scratch Off Poster
Make their 2025 resolution to see the highest-rated movies of all time, all organized in this IMDb poster that they can helpfully scratch off once viewed.
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Samtech Custom Ice Cube Stamp
Elevate your husband’s whiskey game with a monogrammed stamp that creates cool, customized ice cubes. They can simply heat the stamp with hot water, then use it to stamp directly onto a jumbo ice cube.
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World’s Smallest Vac
This itty bitty gag gift looks like a handheld vacuum and actually works. Crumby desk, be gone!
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Embroidered Booktrovert Green Hat
There are extroverts, introverts, and booktroverts. You know, the person who’s always posting their reading list to Instagram. This hat’s for them.
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Free People Bag Of Luck
Each gift bag is full of good luck charms—a friendship bracelet, charms, and crystal among them. It’s a sweet little $10 stocking stuffer for the person who believes in serendipity.
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LEGO Creator 3 in 1 Retro Camera Toy
Kids and grown-ups alike will enjoy passing an afternoon constructing a retro camera out of Lego bricks. Once done, it looks fabulous on any shelf, and it even comes with Lego “film.”
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Coach Motif Chain Bag Charm
This Coach charm bracelet mixes nostalgia with fashion. Its bold chain is studded with playful charms like cherries and a heart and includes the designer brand’s iconic logo. It can be worn around the wrist or even a bag charm.
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Carhartt Beanie
When in doubt, go with a trendy winter accessory like a snug, cozy Carhartt beanie which comes in 36 (!) different colors.
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I Dew Care Let’s Do This Sheet Mask Set
Self-care looks different for everyone, but we’d be shocked if your recipient doesn’t love unwinding with a sheet mask, a cup of their go-to holiday beverage, and a feel-good movie.
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The Unofficial TikTok Cookbook by Valentina Mussi”,”dek”:[“div”,[“p”,”Shopping for a teen or maybe a foodie gift for the person who has their fill of French cookbooks? This book is packed with fun, easy recipes that gained virality on TikTok. Whipped matcha lattes, cookie butter croissants, and spicy cheese puff-crusted chicken tenders are just three of the dishes they can cook.”]],”functionalTags”:[],”id”:”66e881f4edb644868719e00a”,”isHedClickable”:false,”isPromotion”:null,”name”:”The Unofficial TikTok Cookbook”,”offers”:[{“offerUrl”:”https://www.amazon.com/Unofficial-TikTok-Cookbook-Internet-Breaking-Recipes/dp/1507215851″,”price”:”$18″,”currency”:”USD”,”purchaseUri”:”https://cna.st/p/2jeUyzVq98BcF2nJf9yFUu5zLwd1FccUeLPvxqEsaJwTXKUDjZEiky7YX32XwcnE1FF2zRfVwdqLYpaDWMVc42yjm2Ao6qa5VudDUvmmcneK1n23F46VE1qcxuXq35KyyJSN2nwaM4vQjuRGA2o4LQMEqDLfLA1CwrgpdVkuUcsr5CX4d6YKWjT2cFxvNJFFNKdfn6iD8iWRBswQV49zqX1tPXRLABKcZ17RtsYBXg6eYGMESYQt3wJt13ZCJ4uXkBG1Dfby2SpsBxDH1sM9Wg41W4q6BvnmvuwahFdhkp6HPGWyt”,”reducedPrice”:”$10″,”sellerName”:”Amazon”,”countryCode”:”US”}],”promotionHed”:null,”promotionText”:null,”socialIconsProps”:{“links”:[{“network”:”Pinterest”,”label”:”Post to Pinterest”,”url”:”https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.glamour.com%2Fgallery%2Fsecret-santa-gifts&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.glamour.com%2Fphotos%2F66e882294419561359486b90%2Fmaster%2Fw_1200%2Cc_limit%2FThe%2520Unofficial%2520TikTok%2520Cookbook.png&description=The%20Unofficial%20TikTok%20Cookbook”}]},”itemSocialSharesProps”:{“showBookmark”:false,”links”:[]},”showLocalisedOffers”:true,”isUpcEnabled”:true,”index”:55,”showClampedProductDescription”:false,”isMobileView”:false,”hasMultipleImageSupport”:true,”showImageCreditText”:true,”showMultipleImageCount”:4,”hasProsConsFeature”:false,”hasRatingFeature”:false,”pros”:[],”cons”:[],”rating”:””,”shouldUseAmazonPrimeDayLiveAPIData”:false,”order”:55,”totalCount”:56,”preHeaderOne”:”56/56″,”showOrderedGallery”:false,”hasAffiliateLinkDisabled”:false,”layout”:”ProductEmbed”,”component”:”unified_product_card”,”hasMultipleImage”:false,”componentType”:true,”showProsConsData”:false,”showBadge”:false}”>
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The Unofficial TikTok Cookbook
Shopping for a teen or maybe a foodie gift for the person who has their fill of French cookbooks? This book is packed with fun, easy recipes that gained virality on TikTok. Whipped matcha lattes, cookie butter croissants, and spicy cheese puff-crusted chicken tenders are just three of the dishes they can cook.