Halloween Is Upon Us! Use These 13 Boo Basket Ideas to Gift Your Loved Ones a Spellbinding Surprise

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One thing about us is we’ll never pass up an opportunity to give a themed gift. And boo baskets are a perfect way to gift our loved ones a bunch of fun, sweet, cozy fall- and Halloween-themed products, packed into a cute little (or large) bag.

We’ve been seeing boo baskets pop up all over TikTok, and it didn't take long for us to start considering who we were going to gift and what we wanted to put in their basket. And with that, we headed to Amazon, ready to build our boo baskets. So, if you, too, are ready to put together a fun, seasonal gift basket, then scroll on for thematic baskets, cute toys, and delicious treats adults and kids will love. Or, if you need more info on this trend, read on.

What is a boo basket?

Chances are, if you’ve scrolled through your For You Page on TikTok recently, you’ve already seen plenty of boo basket inspo. But just in case you haven’t, a boo basket is, well, a basket full of seasonal goodies (though they can also house items like beauty products and books that aren't necessarily seasonal). This can include anything from blankets and candles to candy, cozy socks, plushies, and way more. You can make them for your partner, your parents, your siblings, your neighbors, your bestie, the kiddos in your life — pretty much anyone you might want to give a sweet, little gift to. It’s totally customizable, so feel free to pack it with items your giftee will love and appreciate.

How to make a boo basket

Start by choosing your basket. If you’re planning to include items like a blanket, slippers, or a candle, you might want to go for a bigger basket. On the other hand, if you’re going for trinkety things, like candy, fidget toys, beauty products, and socks, you could opt for a trick-or-treat bag as your basket. From there, it’s totally up to you! Add any and all items you think your giftee will be excited about. Think of it like Christmas stocking stuffers, just for fall!

Now that you’re ready to put together a fab boo basket for your lucky giftee, scroll on to shop basket options — as well as all the cute stuff to include!

Halloween Candy Basket

Let’s start with the all-important basket. This candy corn-coated one is such a cute choice if you’re looking for something a little smaller. Since this is a trick-or-treat basket, it's totally on theme and perfect for filling with candy, fuzzy socks, and little toys.

Foldable Rectangular Halloween Storage Basket

If you’re wanting a basket that’s a little larger so you can fit in a blanket, candles, and bigger toys or plushies, go for this one. With little ghosties saying "Boo!" all around it, this ghoulish basket fits the assignment.

Halloween Fidget Sensory Toy (4-Pack)

Pack their boo basket full of fun, Halloween-centric toys and treats! This fidget toy set is totally cute, featuring four Halloween shapes: a ghost, a spider, a pumpkin, and a bat. Give all four to one lucky giftee or divide them up amongst a few baskets to spread the enchanting cheer!

Limited-Edition Orange Crème Chocolate Sandwich Cookies

Who doesn’t love an Oreo? This crowd-pleasing cookie gets a Halloween makeover in this limited-edition pack. Sandwiching orange-tinted cream, the chocolate cookies themselves are decked out with ~boo-tiful~ pictures and fun sayings on them. Honestly, these might not even make it into our giftee’s basket...

Felize The Ghost Plushie

OK, OK, the plushie for your boo basket doesn’t have to be a ghost, but come on — how cute is this Felize the Ghost Squishmallow? (Answer: super cute.) It’s perfectly cuddly, can appeal to both kids and adults, and it’s marked down right now, so you can save a little coin. Win-win-win!

Bitty Pop! “The Nightmare Before Christmas” Mini Collectible Toys

Those who already have “Kidnap the Sandy Claws” from The Nightmare Before Christmas stuck in their head know the vibes. This Bitty Pop! set features the movie’s villain, Oogie Boogie, and two of Boogie’s Boys, Lock and Shock.

Your giftee will also get a bonus figurine that’s one of four rare or hyper-rare characters, like the Harlequin Demon or the Mayor of Halloween Town with his smiling face on.

Halloween Pumpkin Slippers

Upgrade your giftee’s slippers for Halloween. These slippers have a classic Halloween jack-o’-lantern on them, making them an amazing option for the pumpkin-obsessed. Plus, you can get them in white or black, depending on which will best fit your giftee’s aesthetic.

Autumn Hayride Scented Candle

Infuse your boo basket with some autumnal vibes via this candle. It has warm spiced notes like spruce, nutmeg, cloves, and patchouli, and it has up to 80 hours of burn time. The person who can never have enough candles will be so excited to find this little surprise!

Checkerboard Throw Blanket

We truly believe you can never have too many blankets, especially when they’re this cute. This white-and-orange checkerboard blanket is such a fun addition to a boo basket since it works for both Halloween and fall overall. Just imagine snuggling up in this cozy blanket to watch Hocus Pocus!

Pre-Printed Halloween Candy

It’s Halloween, so it’s only right to put some kind of Halloween candy in this basket. Both kiddos and adults alike who need their chocolate fix can appreciate some M&Ms. This 2-pound bag of classic milk chocolate candies features seasonal colors, messages, and pictures your giftee can enjoy all month long.

Halloween Bath Bomb for Kids with Surprise

These bath bombs make for a nice budget-friendly addition to the boo basket — and they come with a surprise inside! For just $8, this bath bomb will give your giftee a relaxing bubble bath and a little toy.

There are 12 different options they could get, including a vampire, a black cat, a pumpkin, a witch, and a candy corn. Personally, though, we’re hoping for the little mummy.

Pumpkin Pie Lip Balm (3-Pack)

’Tis the season for chapped lips. Help your giftee get ahead of it while also making the most of pumpkin spice szn with this three-pack of lip balm. It’s also just $4, which is particularly nice if you’re building this basket while ballin’ on a budget.

Women's “Hocus Pocus” Socks (5-Pack)

For under $10 right now, you can get this five-pack of Hocus Pocus socks to finish off your boo basket. That’s right, five pairs of socks for under $10! All of them showcase the witchy Sanderson sisters and their iconic cover of “I Put a Spell on You.” While we're at it, we might as well add a pack to cart for ourselves, too.

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