When most people are looking for a morning doughnut pick-me-up, they typically resort to the classic Krispy Kreme. However, bakeries across the world have deviated from their traditional glazed, chocolate, and jelly filled doughnuts.
Pushing the classic treat into a new terrain, bakeries have started to showcase doughnuts with untraditional (and quite unexpected) ingredients, such as bacon, bananas, pineapples, wasabi, and more. Whether you enjoy trying multiple topping treats or not, let this be your guide to some of the most absurd doughnuts.
1. “Memphis Mafia Doughnut” from Voodoo Doughnut in Portland, OR
If you weren’t already planning on visiting Voodoo Doughnut in Portland, Oregon, the “Memphis Mafia” doughnut may easily change your mind. This mouthwatering fried doughnut, with banana chunks, cinnamon, that’s topped with peanut butter, peanuts, AND chocolate will undoubtedly satisfy your sweet tooth.
2. “Granny’s Pie” from Gourdough’s Big. Fat. Donuts. in Austin, TX
Gourdough’s, located in Austin, Texas, is where doughnut dreams are made. Being one of the most elaborate doughnuts on the menu, “Granny’s Pie” is made up of caramelized bananas, bacon, peanut butter, and nuts. Smothered in layers of icing and toppings, you may find yourself needing a fork and knife just to get a single bite.
3. “Pineapple Basil Doughnut” from Rise Biscuits & Donuts in Durham, NC
With a perfect mix of sweet and savory, this unexpected flavor is one you have to try. Rise Biscuits & Donuts, in North Carolina, managed to create a doughnut with a pineapple glaze, combined with basil cream filling, and topped off with pistachios.
4. “Wasabi Pea Doughnut” from Strange Donuts in St. Louis, MO
Wasabi on a doughnut just doesn’t sound right. Only offered seasonally, this bright green doughnut, found at Strange Donuts in St. Louis, has a special kick of crushed wasabi peas on top.
5. “King Kong Doughnut” from Five Daughter’s Bakery in Nashville, TN
Referred to as “The King Kong,” this masterpiece takes THREE days to make the 100 layers of croissant dough, which attributes to its light and flaky appearance. Why would you NOT go to Five Daughter’s Bakery to indulge in the best breakfast pastry duo of maple and bacon?!
6. “Cannoli Doughnut” from Donut Crazy in Stratford, CT
Coining the name “Mambo Italiano,” the cannoli doughnut from Donut Crazy is excellent for those who love Italian food… even if it’s for breakfast. There’s truly nothing better than a sweet dough filled with ricotta cheese and sprinkled with chocolate chips.
7. “Fruity Pebble Doughnut” from General American Donut Company in Indianapolis, IN
Because what better way to start off your morning than having both cereal AND doughnuts combined for breakfast? Ride down memory lane, while also satisfying your sugar cravings, at General American Donut Company, with their “Fruity Pebbles doughnut.”
8. “S’mores Doughnut” from Psycho Doughnuts in Winchester, CA
Uh, hello, a doughnut topped with marshmallow and graham crackers? Need I say more? This delicious treat is nearly impossible to pass up.
9. “Golden Cristal Ube Doughnut” from Manila Social Club in Brooklyn, NY
Looking for a high class doughnut? This golden masterpiece costs $100 per doughnut. The concoction is made with crystal champagne icing, filled with gold-ube moose, embellished with champagne jelly, and covered with 24k gold.
10. “Poi Doughnut” from Kamehameha Bakery in Honolulu, Hawaii
In Hawaii, poi is often used to create a more moist desert and adds to the treat’s tender texture. Take one bite and you will see the pretty purple hue of the doughnut’s center. I’d say it takes some serious discipline to buy only one.
Indulge in one of these 10 delicious doughnuts without regret. If you ~donut~ know which of these untraditional doughnut flavors to try, you can’t go wrong with any of them. Kiss your dietary plans goodbye and treat yo’ self.