15 Trader Joe’s Mother’s Day Gift’s That Are Affordable (And Adorable)

While Trader Joe’s isn’t the place to buy investment-priced earrings and decadent diamonds, it does have some of the most affordable options that practically scream, “Mom, you’re sooooo special!”

From scented spa soaps to delish desserts — and almost everything in between — you can score some seriously sweet gifts for mom this year. 

As a bonus, you’ll be able to keep enough cash in your wallet to buy a second, third, or maybe even fourth present.

Price: $3.49

Skip the overpriced bouquet that lasts for a few days before wilting into trash. TJ’s has a hyacinth bulb in a reusable glass vase!

This is more than just a one-time fragrant floral purchase. Mom can plant the hyacinth in her garden and refill the adorable round glass vase again and again.

Price: $2.49

Give mom the gift of relaxation in a box this year.

Trader Joe’s Well Rested Herbal Tea is a 20-bag box of caffeine-free goodness. The sweet blend will help mom drift off to sleep after a long day. Add the bags to warm water for a cozy, cool night, or make an iced version to escape the summer swelter.

Price: $9.99

This seasonal pick isn’t exactly new to TJ’s. But the sweet spring/summer scents are.

Mom will get three distinct 2.82-ounce fragrances, including raspberry and roses, rhubarb and bamboo, and lemon verbena. The lead-free cotton wick candles are made from soy wax, a beeswax blend, and coconut oil.

Price: $5.99

The viral vanilla mask is a mega-moisturizing spa-day gift mom will love.

With coconut oil, shea butter, and vitamin E, this 0.7-ounce jar of goodness is everything she needs to keep her post-winter dry lips lush. Why pay upwards of $20 for this type of treatment when you can score the sweet-smelling TJ’s version for under $6?

Price: $2.99

This seasonal selection is back and better than ever!

Score a bottle of fragrant foaming soap for mom this year. With eight ounces of clear soap, this botanical pick is a springtime indulgence that mom will enjoy. At less than $3, this garden-like fresh-scent soap is a serious deal.

Price: $3.99

Mom’s not into flowers — now what? Surprise her with this organic potted basil plant instead.

Why spend money on plastic containers of basil leaves when Mom could grow her own seasoning? This plant is not only a functional gift that gives and gives, but its fragrant scent will keep the kitchen smelling like summer year-round.

Price: $3.99

Mom might not buy herself indulgent treats, but you can. These light-as-air vanilla meringues are a sweet, fat-free snack.

With a slight crunch and a delightfully vanilla taste, these meringues are melt-in-moms-mouth delicious. The 7.75-ounce tub of treats pairs perfectly with a dish of chocolate ice cream or is perfect on its own.

Price: $5.99

This floral-scented salt scrub is perfect for a spa day at home.

The 20-ounce tub has enough scrub to last mom for months! Made with sea salt, apricot kernel oil, almond oil, avocado oil, green tea leaf, vitamin E, and (of course) lavender oil, this rich blend is packed with nourishing ingredients that soothe rough, tired skin.

Price: $2.99

These adorable teeny tiny plants come complete with their own white ceramic container.

Why stop at one? For under $3, these affordable plants are too good of a deal to pass up. Succulents are easy to care for, thrive in almost every environment, and add a touch of decorative whimsy to any indoor space.

Price: $4.49

Made from slow-roasted Virginia peanuts and high-quality cacao beans, these TJ’s favorites are a true treat for mom on her day off.

You won’t find a lengthy list of chemical ingredients and preservatives in these teeny tiny PB and chocolate cups. Trader Joe’s keeps it simple and natural with this coveted candy.

Price: $3.99

Add this Bisous de Provence fragrant soap to a Mother’s Day gift basket, or give it to mom as-is as a standalone present!

Made with 100% pure vegetable-enriched shea butter, this triple-milled scented soap will smooth and soothe mom’s hands with every wash. And the French-made bar is a bargain at under $4.

Price: $5.99

The coconut version of the TJ’s fave made its way to store shelves in 2012. And it's become a popular pick for a very good reason. Ingredients such as vitamin E, aloe vera, and shea butter make this more than just a plain moisturizer.

With a rich texture and the ability to calm and soothe rough skin, this body butter does it all. Add in the sweet tropical scent, and you won’t wonder why the 8-ounce tubs are a Trader Joe’s staple.

Price: $3.49

Decadent. Delicious. Daringly sweet. There’s a lot to say about these tiny truffles — and mom will like it all.

This once-seasonal favorite was so well-loved that TJ’s turned it into a store staple. The 8.8-ounce box of goodies is packed with plenty of chocolate flavor and a smooth, mellow, melty texture.

Price: $3.99

Save serious cash on this bargain-priced but still high-quality shampoo bar.

This peppermint and tea tree shampoo features the eco-friendly, ultra-popular bar approach to hair products that mom has seen everywhere. 

Coconut, olive, castor, and jojoba oils will give mom the shiny, healthy hair she craves, and the refreshing smell will wake up her senses.

Price: $0.99

Don’t forget the card! You’ve got the gifts, now it’s time to shop for the card.

Quality cards aren’t cheap. But at Trader Joe’s, you can get an artistic seasonal card for under a dollar. Celebrate the special woman in your life with the perfect accent to any present. 

Trader Joe’s is more than just a grocery store. While you can save more on everyday essentials like apples, oranges, and pasta, you can also score adorable, affordable gifts for Mother’s Day.

Whether you’re searching for a fresh floral, a candy-coated treat, or a buzz-worthy beauty find, Trader Joe’s has some of the greatest gifts of the season.