Top Aldi Holiday Picks Under $10

If you're behind on holiday shopping or need to pick up a few last-minute items, Aldi has you covered. The grocery store chain is gaining immense popularity, and a quick look at their 2024 holiday collection explains why. Aldi offers everything from crowd-pleasing appetizers to seasonal treats you won’t want to skip. Even if you’re not hosting a holiday party, you’ll find countless affordable and thoughtful gifts. Check out our curated list of Aldi’s best holiday items, all under $10! 

Racine Danish Almond Kringle

Aldi enthusiasts are likely no strangers to the iconic almond kringle. While this oval-shaped Danish pastry isn’t available at every Aldi store, if your local branch carries it, we highly recommend grabbing one (or more) for just $6.49. This holiday delight features layers of flaky, buttery pastry, generously topped with sweet icing and slivered almonds. Insider tip: Don’t miss the equally delicious raspberry variant.

Park Street Deli Mediterranean Tapas Tray

Simplify your next gathering with this generously filled Mediterranean tapas tray. Priced at just $9.99, it’s a steal for anyone hosting a holiday crowd. The tray includes marinated feta cubes, Castelvetrano olives, lemon feta antipasti, and sweet cherry peppers. Pair it with pita chips and hummus, and your appetizer course is ready to impress! 

Emporium Selection Honey and Pecan Baking Brie

This product hit stores earlier this week and is the ultimate hassle-free, crowd-pleasing appetizer. Featuring a creamy Brie imported from France, topped with crunchy pecans and a golden honey drizzle, this award-winning cheese dish even comes with a reusable ceramic dish. At just $7.49, it’s an incredible deal.

Choceur Christmas Bark Sampler

Grab this $3.99 Christmas bark sampler as a hostess gift, stocking stuffer, or a treat for yourself. Each box contains three varieties of chocolate bark—cookies and cream, dark chocolate with festive stripes, and chocolate with candy gems—guaranteed to delight.

Specially Selected Spinach Crème Fraîche Flatbread

Who can resist a gourmet flatbread? Priced at $4.99, this one features a delicious combination of tomato sauce, onion, creamy crème fraîche, Emmentaler cheese, spinach, and mushrooms. Simply bake it in the oven for a few minutes, let it cool, and slice it up for your guests. No one will guess it’s from Aldi!

Specially Selected Cold Smoked Salmon Gravlax

Surprisingly versatile, smoked salmon is a holiday essential. Sourced from responsibly farmed salmon in Norway, it’s expertly cured, smoked, and seasoned. Enjoy it atop latkes for Hanukkah, pair it with bagels and cream cheese for a festive brunch, or elevate canapés with a touch of creme fraiche and chives. At just $9 per package, stocking up for all your holiday occasions is a breeze.

Emporium Selection Festive Cheese Truckle Assortment

Available in stores since earlier this month, this Emporium Selection cheese is a simple and affordable way to upgrade your charcuterie board this winter. The Christmas tree-shaped package includes cubes of whiskey Cheddar cheese, and other festive options like caramelized onion Cheddar and Cheddar with cracked black pepper are also available. Each variety costs just $4.29.

Benton's Candy Cane Sandwich Creme Cookies

These cookies offer a holiday twist on the classic Oreo, featuring candy-cane-infused creme sandwiched between two chocolate wafers. Ideal for leaving out for Santa or enjoying during a tree-trimming party, they’re a must-have at just $2.89 per package.

Friendly Farms Eggnog

For many, the holidays don’t feel complete without a glass of eggnog. Aldi’s version, priced at $2.79 per carton, is crafted with ultra-pasteurized grade A milk and boasts a rich, creamy texture with warm hints of cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. Insider tip: Aldi also offers a vegan eggnog made with oat milk that’s just as delicious.

Fuzion Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon

Before dismissing Aldi’s wine selection, try this $9.99 bottle of Fuzion Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon. Originating from Argentina, this dry, full-bodied red boasts flavors of ripe black fruits. While it may not be the finest wine you’ve ever tried, it complements holiday favorites like grilled steak, lamb chops, and mushroom risotto—all for under $10. Cheers to that!