It all started when I saw a TikTok of a woman wrapping a rotisserie chicken to bring to her White Elephant party.

On one hand… iconic.
On the other hand… the salmonella anxiety alone would take me out before the Christmas cookies did.

So if you’re still hunting for something fun, without risking food poisoning, here are 10 white elephant gift ideas under $15 that people will fight over.

1. Personalized Playing Cards | $9

Okay, hear me out.

Take your family name or, better yet, a hilarious inside-joke photo (preferably of Grandpa) and slap it on a deck of cards. Suddenly everyone wants them. Bonus: you can break them in with a round of Spoons or Go Fish right after the exchange.

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2. Bob the Tomato and Larry the Cucumber Cookie Cutters | $12

Tell me a better throwback than VeggieTales showing up at Christmas. These cookie cutters guarantee nostalgia, laughter, and at least one person breaking into a silly song.

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3. Vinyl Coasters | $12

Cute. Retro. Practical.

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4. Neck Fan | $9.99

Every time I see someone wearing one of these, I say, “Man, I need one of those,” and then immediately forget to buy it. This is the exact type of gift people secretly want but never think to purchase.

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5. AirTags | $26

For the person in your life that literally loses everything. Dad approved gift, for sure.

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6. Prayer Journal | $14.99

If you don’t use this for White Elephant, your mom, grandma, or Bible study bestie will claim it in a heartbeat.

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7. Do You Follow Jesus This Closely? Bumper Sticker | $6.99

I would absolutely giggle if I opened this.

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8. Rechargable Hand Warmers | $12.99

My grandma needs these before the game even starts. That woman is cold year-round.

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9. Local Concert Tickets

Okay, yes, this one’s a stretch. But local shows often run about $10–$15, and gifting an experience? Chef’s kiss. You might even introduce someone to their new favorite Christian artist.

10. Netflix Gift eCard

Everyone has Netflix.
No one likes paying for Netflix.
Especially now that account sharing is basically a felony.

Cover someone’s next month and you’ll be the hero of the party.

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Still browsing? These white elephant gifts are fun, but if you’re looking for something faith-filled, we’ve got you covered.

10 Meaningful Christian Christmas Gifts Everyone Will Love