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‘Tis the season for back orders. Product shortages and delays are a fact this holiday season, but there are still gifts that can make it in time for the holidays. From candles and charcuterie boards, to high-end hot sauce and luxurious hand soap, MarketWatch Picks rounded up some of the best gifts you can give – and get – in time for the holidays.

Cheese Board and Knife Set

$59.99 on Amazon

Whether you’re gifting a parent, in-law, friend, family member or your partner, this charcuterie board platter is extremely versatile, transforming into a serving tray or cutting board. It comes with a wooden cheese tray, four cheese knives, utensils, slate labels to tag which cheese or meat is which, markers and a wine opener. The tray also features a slide-out hidden door that holds knives and utensils

Artisan’s Anvil Moscow Mule set of Four

$49.97 on Amazon

Gift merrily with this set of moscow mule copper mugs. The restaurant-quality mugs are made from 100% copper to ensure your cocktail or beverage stays cold. Each comes with a matching copper straw.

Homesick candles

$34 at UncommonGoods.com

Share a memory of a favorite place with a Homesick candle. Each is scented to be reminiscent of a certain state. New York, for example, smells like apple, cinnamon, nutmeg and pumpkin; while Texas has notes of dark leather, fresh pine and lemon.

CozyChic Unisex Robe

$99 at Nordstrom.com

There’s a reason why celebs like Chrissy Teigen sing the praises of this brand. This soft unisex robe is made from microfiber that won’t pill or shrink. Drape it on and be prepared to want to stay home through the holidays. Get it by Dec. 23. 

Jacques Torres Signature Chocolates

$69.95 at Goldbelly.com

Gift giving just got a little sweeter with this assortment of bonbons by French pastry chef Jacques Torres. This box comes with flavors like Chai Tea, Cinnamon Praline, Creamy Raspberry and Heavenly Hazelnut. They’re made with milk, dark and white chocolate.

Ozero Winter Gloves for Men and Women

$14.99 on Amazon

These deerskin suede leather gloves have a grip and durability coupled with the thermal warmth of a fleece lining. All materials are skin-friendly, and sweat-free. Sizes come in small, medium, large and extra-large.

Fitbit Inspire 2 Health & Fitness Tracker

$69.95 on Amazon

This fitness tracker comes with one free year of a Fitbit Premium trial with 24/7 heart rate monitoring. Monitor your calories burned and track all-day activity like steps, distance and hourly exercises.

Cocktail Shaker Set

$38.99 on Amazon

BYOB stands for “be your own bartender” in this case. This 16-piece stainless steel bartender kit comes with cocktail recipes and pro tools like a shaker, muddler, bar spoon, strainer and cocktail fork for mixing up drinks.

Stemless Champagne Tumbler

$26.91 on Amazon

Here’s one way to spread holiday cheer. These Champagne tumbler’s hold 6 ounces of bubbly – or any beverage of choice – and come with a lid perfect for sipping. They come in four colors. 

Puzzles for adults, 1,000 piece jigsaw puzzle

$19.99 on Amazon

It’s cold outside and this 1,000 piece jigsaw puzzle will keep the person you gift it to occupied inside for hours.

Plants at The Sill

Starting at $23 on The Sill

Go green with the gift that keeps on growing – plants. From monsteras to ZZ’s and snake plants, there’s something for every plant lover on your list.

iRobot Roomba j7+ Self-Emptying Robot Vacuum

$649 on Amazon

It’s a splurge, but if your loved one is a cleaner (and tech person)  this iRobot Roomba vacuum is sure to satisfy. It empties on its own, pairs with Amazon’s smart device Alexa and is ideal for pet hair.

Beautiful 9QT TriZone Air Fryer by Drew Barrymore

$139 at Walmart

She calls it beautiful for a reason. Talk show host and lifestyle guru Drew Barrymore designed functional cookware that’s meant to be on display for your countertop. Give the home chef in your life this air fryer that lets you cook two foods two ways at the same time, or one big meal in the full basket by removing the center divider. It’s available in sage green and sesame.

Truff Holiday Gift Pack

$77.99 on Amazon

Make seasons hotter than ever with this line of luxury hot sauce for the spicy person in your life. The set of three, 6-ounce bottles come in original, white truffle and black truffle oil. The brand got Oprah’s seal of approval.

Aesop Resurrection Aromatique Duo

$158.99 on Amazon

Washing your hands has never been more en vogue – and so is this luxury hand soap. The duo gift set comes with a hand wash and hand balm.

Wine.com gift card

Starting at $25 on Wine.com

If you’ve got a wine lover in your life, this gift card is a great present: They can pick the wines they want to ring in the new year.

Book of the Month, three months

$49.99 at bookofthemonth.com

Words are priceless. Give the reader you know some love with a subscription to this monthly book service. It’s expertly curated with new authors and releases. 

Bella Indoor Smokeless Grill

$49.99 on Amazon

This gift is a smokeshow. It’s copper titanium coated with a nonstick cooking surface for all your grilling and skillet needs.

Women’s Cross Band Slippers

$30.99 on Amazon

These soft plush, open-toe house shoes work for indoors and outdoors. They’re made with faux rabbit fur and come in eight different colors.

Beer subscription

$44.75 per shipment on craftbeerclub.com

This hop-heavy subscription comes with 12 to 24 craft beers from the country’s top independent breweries on a monthly, bimonthly or quarterly basis. 

Connectyle Classic Men’s Warm Winter Hats

$11.99 on Amazon

This acrylic knit cuff beanie cap is one size fits most, and comes in a wide range of colors.

Supersalt

Two pack for $25 at Side-Gig.com

Tis the seasoning. Give the food lover in your life the gift of this Sicilian sea salt made from hand-selected herbs, garlic and sea salt from Italy and dried naturally. It’s perfect for seasoning fish, cheese, and meat.

Tree Napper weighted blanket

$269 at Bearaby.com

This cooling, weighted blanket claims to help users sleep better and feel calmer. It’s made from Tencel and natural eucalyptus fibers.

Eberjey pajamas

$118 on Shopbop.com

These pajamas, in a short-sleeve set, are made with a jersey fabric. They’re buttery soft and come in three different colors for a timeless look.

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