Nothing puts us in the holiday mood quite like a box of chocolates—especially if it comes in advent calendar form. Choose from a Santa, a reindeer, a Christmas tree or a unicorn shape, then personalize it with an initial. Once you taste one treat you’ll want to devour the entire box so take it from us and pace yourself—the countdown to Christmas has only just begun.

For those who love the crisp taste of mint with their chocolate, there's the peppermint bark advent calendar.Twenty-four drawers are stuffed with ample surprises, like chocolate raspberry truffles, dark chocolate mini mints or white chocolate candy cane truffles. With options for jam, tea, booze-filled calendars and more, there’s truly a Christmas countdown for everyone. When she’s not scoping out the latest and greatest items on the market, you can find her hanging with her two rescue dogs. While the packaging alone is worthy of a spot in your holiday decor, the chocolates feature cute character embellishments too. We tested the countdown and love that it combines traditional flavors and shapes with smooth, luxurious chocolate.

Chocolate is better when you share it, so the delicious advent calendar from this Tuscan confectioner features enough sweet treats to enjoy with someone special (though we won't blame you if you keep them all to yourself either.

A beloved holiday tradition celebrated for its iconic American chocolates, meticulously crafted by the renowned Hershey Company.