Five Below's Viral Glitter Dumpling Squishy Keeps Selling Out

The adorable food-themed fidget toys have become an internet sensation.

Mar. 19, 2026 at 11:47pm

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The latest viral craze sweeping social media is Five Below's mystery dumpling squishy toys, which feature smiley-faced dumplings with glittery insides. These squishy, squeezable toys have become incredibly hard to find, with the mini $1 Series 1 and larger $5 Series 3 versions selling out both online and in stores.

Why it matters

The dumpling squishies combine two of the internet's biggest trends - blind box toys and squishy fidget toys. Their adorable design and the thrill of the mystery reveal have made them a must-have item, sparking frenzied searches and resale markets.

The details

The viral dumpling squishies come in a variety of glittery colors, including red, yellow, clear, and blue. They are fun to squeeze, stretch, pinch, and roll, appealing to both kids and adults looking for a tactile fidget toy. While the Five Below versions are nearly impossible to find in stock, similar glitter dumpling squishies are available on Amazon for those who don't want to hunt them down in stores.

  • The dumpling squishy trend has been going on for weeks and shows no sign of stopping.

The players

Five Below

A discount retail chain that sells the viral mystery dumpling squishy toys.

Alyssa Gautieri

The senior gifts editor at Good Housekeeping who wrote about the dumpling squishy craze.

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What they’re saying

“Right now, my FYP is filled with videos of squishy dumplings: Users searching Five Below aisles for the mystery squish toys and 'unboxing' the faux bamboo steamer baskets.”

— Alyssa Gautieri, Senior Gifts Editor

What’s next

If you're determined to buy the mystery boxes from Five Below, it's recommended to ask a store associate when they restock - they might be able to give you first dibs on the next shipment.

The takeaway

The viral dumpling squishy craze highlights the enduring appeal of tactile, collectible toys that combine elements of surprise and social media trends. While the Five Below versions are hard to find, similar glittery dumpling squishies are available from other retailers for those who want to get in on the fun.