Every December 1st, a cardboard calendar full of tiny windows makes a big promise, and every December 1st it delivers a chocolate that tastes like the box it came in. By the 12th, the little shapes have faded to a pale, chalky gray, and you find yourself eating one over the sink just to get it over with. The magic of the countdown has been replaced by a mild sense of disappointment.
This year, your taste buds get a promotion. We rounded up 16 foodie advent calendars filled with snacks that are worth getting out of bed for, from fancy treats you would usually pay a delivery fee to get to spicy bites that wake up a sleepy Tuesday. Every door is a tiny daily reward for surviving another December morning. Pick your favorite, hide it from the roommates, and start counting down. Nothing inside tastes like regret.
#1 Movie Night Every Night Sounds Ambitious, Yet A Popcorn Advent Calendar Makes It Easy To Pull Off
Review: “This was a fun advent calendar. The one downside being that there are only 6 flavors. They were good though!” – Alissa Garzoni
Image source: amazon.com
#2 Jerky People Finally Get A Countdown Of Their Own, And Each Door Hides A Meat Stick That Makes The Chocolate Calendar Crowd Look Very Underprepared
Review: “Bought this for my husband and he loves it! It gives him a different flavor each day. Some he loves and others he doesn’t but it is an awesome treat for him everyday.” – Amazon Customer
Image source: amazon.com
#3 Tiny Jars With Gingham Lids Pop Out Of The Bonne Maman Jams Advent Calendar One By One, And Toast Has Never Had Such A Strong Supporting Cast
Review: “The coolest advent calendar I have ever seen and subsequently purchased. Such a fun way to enjoy the 25 days of December up to Christmas with the most incredibly delicious fruit spreads and bonus honey made by Bonne Maman.” – S. Godfrey
Image source: amazon.com
#4 Dinner Gets Less Boring When A New Spice Lands In The Cupboard Every Day, And This Gourmet Spice Collection Advent Calendar Makes That Cupboard Look Like It Belongs To A Chef
Review: “Got this for my teenage son who cooks a lot, this was by far and away his favorite advent calendar in years. The spices are good quality and the variety is nice. The only downside is I had to tape over the backside of the box because it gives away the contents.” – Kyrie S.
Image source: amazon.com
#5 Freeze Dried Snacks Have Taken Over Social Media, So The Super Garden Freeze Dried Advent Calendar Lets You Crunch Your Way To Christmas Without Hunting Down A Single Bag
Review: “I got this for a vegan friend. It has a very wide variety of items in the jars, but some quasi repeats (strawberry vs wild strawberry). I tried fruits and vegetables I’d never heard of and would get this again. The only issue is the price, but as it’s a specialty item, I think it is worthwhile.” – Michael
Image source: amazon.com, Super Garden
#6 Kettle On, Phone Down. Every Little Door Hides A New Tea, And Ten Minutes Of Peace Comes With Each One
Review: “LOVE this tea company and was so excited to find this Advent calendar for my niece. Also, so affordable!” – Greg Clark
Image source: amazon.com, Greg Clark
#7 Buttery Shortbread Waits Behind Every Door, Which Means Your Afternoon Tea Finally Has A Dance Partner
Review: “My hubbies family is Scottish and shortbread hounds. My husband loved it and the variety of delicious snacks hidden in every nook and cranny. Well worth what I paid for everything was perfect with this gift. Will purchase again!!!” – Mike
Image source: amazon.com
#8 Can’t Decide Between Sweet And Salty? Twenty-Four Different Snacks Means Every Craving Gets A Turn Before Christmas Arrives
Review: “I always struggle with Christmas Present ideas, so this is perfect gift! There is a fantastic assortment of nuts and trail mix that are tasty. My family and I have tried all of these tins and we have found the portion is just the right amount for a snack.” – SJ
Image source: amazon.com, SJ
#9 Charcuterie Night Becomes A Daily Event Instead Of A Holiday Party Thing When A Tiny Cheese Is Hiding Behind Every Door
Review: “Got this calendar for my daughter and she absolutely has enjoyed all the cheeses (except the goat cheese). She may have even discovered a new favorite cheese (peppered Gouda). There are a couple of repeats, but she had zero complaints.” – Vicky
Image source: amazon.com
#10 Matcha Lovers Get A Fresh Green Reason To Whisk Every Morning, And The Kitchen Will Look Very Wellness Influencer Until The First Powder Spill
Review: “Perfect gift for a matcha lover, so tasty and great quality” – The Ana Edit
Image source: amazon.com, NYC
#11 Morning Coffee Gets A Plot Twist Every Day Until Christmas When A New K-Pod Is Waiting Behind The Door
Review: “I buy this every year for my coffee lover! He looks forward to opening one every day in December. The flavors are great and taste yummy! Buy one for a fun holiday gift.” – Holly Hummel
Image source: amazon.com, Holly Hummel
#12 Brave Souls Only. A New Bottle Of Heat Arrives Daily, And By The 24th Your Taste Buds Will Have Very Strong Opinions
Review: “Lots of different flavors. These will last a long time as you only need a little at a time. My son really enjoyed this calendar.” – Diane A.
Image source: amazon.com
#13 Home Cocktail Hour Gets Dramatic Once A Whiskey Smoker Kit Fills The Glass With Wood Smoke, And Everyone Watching Will Assume You Took A Class
Review: “Bought this as a gift. The recipient absolutely loved the variety of flavors and the easy to use flame. Would definitely love this as a gift!” – Book Worm
Image source: amazon.com, final4kc
#14 Grill Season Is Months Away, But A Little BBQ Rub Can Turn A Sad Weeknight Chicken Thigh Into A Backyard Cookout Right Now
Review: “Great variety and not just your usual boring seasonings. Would make a great gift!” – DJG79
Image source: amazon.com, Southern Studio
#15 Recipes Arrive In Daily Doses With The Food Advent Calendar Cook Book, So Dinner Never Turns Into A Staring Contest With The Fridge
Review: “This advent calendar gave me several new ideas for holiday meals and treats. I liked the variety of recipes from around the world, and having one recipe for each day makes it easy to plan ahead. It would also be fun to pick a recipe together and make it with family or friends.” – Mykhailo Z.
Image source: amazon.com
#16 Anyone Who Has Watched A Peelable Gummy Video At 1 A.m. Already Knows How Satisfying This Is, And Every Door Is Another Excuse To Say “Wait, Watch This” To Whoever Is Nearby
Review: “What a fun candy! I love to peel them apart and enjoy! I also like to eat them whole. Just depends if I want to play with my food first” – Pam H.
Image source: amazon.com, Tatilla’s Treasure Chest
Follow Us
