I Finally Tried the Bonne Maman Advent Calendar That Keeps Selling Out (and Now I Want It Every Year!)

Even though it’s only September, we are officially 100 days until Christmas. As my family begins the countdown, my family is eager to gather their advent calendars — even my husband and I get one. For myself, there was one specific option I had my heart set on: the Bonne Maman Advent Calendar. After hearing all the excitement surrounding it, I tried purchasing one last year, but it had already sold out. I was determined to secure one this time around. Thankfully, I managed to snag it, and it has more than delivered on its promises. I think I’ve found my new favorite holiday tradition.

For years, the Bonne Maman Advent Calendar has remained a fan-favorite advent calendar. It’s so wildly popular that purchases are capped at three per order, with shipping currently restricted to the U.S. Retailing for $55.99, it usually launches on the company’s website every September. This early timing ensures shoppers have ample opportunity to buy as many as they want before the holiday rush hits.

Every annual limited-edition release features 24 individually packaged mini jars showcasing exclusive, hard-to-find flavor combinations. The brand suggests enjoying them before June 2027 (though you’ll probably find it hard to wait until then!).

Unwrapping each of the Bonne Maman Advent Calendar’s boxes feels like opening a tiny holiday gift, revealing a charming mini jar packed with an inventive flavor pairing. The lineup includes everything from Lemon with Lavender to Milk Caramel with Salted Butter. While every creation stands out on its own, what truly sets them apart is their remarkably fresh taste — a step up from the typical store-bought options I usually buy.

Choosing a favorite from the selection is nearly impossible. Fig with Cardamom was fantastic spread on toast, Milk Caramel with Dark Chocolate made a decadent topping for croissants, and Apricot with Honey worked wonderfully baked into warm biscuits. These spreads would also pair beautifully with yogurt, cookies, oatmeal, and plenty of other treats. I even saved a couple of mini jars to tuck into holiday stockings.

The mini jars themselves are just as delightful as what’s inside. Last year, lifestyle director Stephanie suggested stringing them into a festive garland, but they also make great little containers for spice blends, chia seeds, sprinkles, and other small items. Even the packaging can be repurposed to wrap miniature gifts!

I came close to finishing the entire jar of Strawberry with Madagascar Vanilla right out of the jar with a spoon in a single sitting. Here are the other flavors you’ll want to check out:

1. Apple and Quince with Honey
2. Apricot and Banana
3. Apricot with Honey
4. Fig with Cardamom
5. Grapefruit and Dragon Fruit
6. Greencage Plum
7. Guava
8. Lemon with Lavender
9. Mango with Ylang-Ylang
10. Mirabelle Plum
11. Orange, Yuzu, and Grapefruit
12. Peach and Blackcurrant with Sichuan Pepper
13. Pineapple with Lemon Verbena
14. Raspberry with Chamomile
15. Rhubarb and Strawberry
16. Strawberry and Guava 
17. Strawberry with Madagascar Vanilla
18. Sweet Orange and Mandarin with Passion Fruit 
19. White Fig
20. White Nectarine and Peach
21. Wild Blueberry with Balm Leaves
22. Milk Caramel with Dark Chocolate
23. Milk Caramel with Salted Butter
24. Raspberry with Dark Chocolate

Priced at $55.99, the Bonne Maman Advent Calendar is well worth the cost for anyone who delights in daily holiday unboxings and delicious spreads. You get a variety of 24 distinct flavors packed in reusable mini jars (that also double as great stocking stuffers), making it a wonderful addition to your Christmas countdown.

Buy: Bonne Maman Advent Calendar