Where to grab deals on National Donut Day
National chains, hometown shops offering range of doughy treats
National Donut Day is Friday, and stores across the metro area are gearing up to bring you a variety of delightful fried and baked doughy treats.
Whether you’re a glazed, iced, cinnamon-sugar or sprinkle fan and whether you choose cake or yeast, there are spots all over town frying up sweet deals to make the day delicious.
Here’s a roundup of interesting doughnut shops in the Oklahoma City area, including some national chains and unique hometown favorites, plus information on any deals we know about for National Donut Day.
1. Daylight Donuts, locations statewide
The Tulsa-based chain is known for light fluffy doughnuts, and with nearly 1000 stores in 28 states and close to a dozen international markets, there’s probably one not too far from you.
Specials: Each franchise sets their own specials so check with your local shop to see if they have any offers available for the day.
2. Hurts Donut Co., 601 NW 23 or 746 Asp Ave. in Norman
Known for over-the-top and over-size doughnut creations that are filled, topped and smothered in things ranging from icing and Oreos to cereal and bacon, Hurts Donut Co. is a Missouri-based chain with two metro-area locations. The stores even offer some gluten-friendly options, and locations are open 24/7, so you can celebrate National Donut Day beginning at midnight Friday.
Specials: The Oklahoma City location will give part of its proceeds for the day to a local veteran non-profit. Plus, customers who purchase a dozen doughnuts are entered to win free doughnuts for a year — that’s one free dozen per week — valued at over $1,000.
3. Shipley’s Do-Nuts, 1805 W Main St. in Norman and 5750 Northwest Expressway in Warr Acres
The Houston-based brand boasts over 60 varieties to choose from, but says the traditional glazed is still the most popular flavor.
Specials: One free glazed doughnut per person, with any purchase, available online with the code Donutday23 or in-store from 5am-12pm, while supplies last.
4. Yonutz, 1001 W Memorial Road, Suite 103
Yonutz is the home of the “smashed” doughnut, a creation that blends doughnut and ice cream, you guessed it, smashed together (think a doughnut-ice cream sandwich) and then covered with any number of toppings.
Specials: From 4 p.m. until close, the first 5 guests at the top of each hour will receive a free smashed doughnut of their choice, limited to one per person.
5. Mochinut, 2431 N Classen Blvd.
Mochi doughnuts are said to have originated in Hawaii. The popular treat combines Japanese mochi and American doughnuts into a unique treat unlike traditional doughnuts and much more suitable for those with gluten-sensitivities because they’re made with rice flour instead of wheat. Flavors range from yuzu to peanut butter, taro to churro with a wide variety in between. You can also get your mochi doughnut topped with soft-serve or grab some Boba tea on the side.
6. Holey Rollers, 3010 Paseo, Suite 101
All of the doughnuts at Holey Rollers are 100% dairy and egg free, and their gluten-free selection is one of the best in the city, making them a great option for anyone with food sensitivities.
National Donut Day coincides with the Paseo’s First Friday Art Walk and will be open normal hours in addition to being open from 6 to 9pm, serving up traditional and seasonal doughnuts.
7. Krispy Kreme Donuts, 13500 N Pennsylvania Ave.
The North Carolina-based chain has about 1,400 locations worldwide in addition to being sold in grocery and convenience stores. Its doughnuts are based on a recipe purchased from a New Orleans chef.
Specials: Anyone who visits a participating Krispy Kreme shop can get a free doughnut of choice, no purchase necessary. Krispy Kreme recently returned four ”fan favorite” flavors to its lineup — the Banana Pudding Doughnut, Chocolate Kreme™ Pie Doughnut, Key Lime Pie Doughnut and Strawberries & Kreme™ Doughnut — all of which will be among those available.
The chain is also offering $2 Original Glazed dozens with the purchase of any dozen.
8. La Oaxaquena Bakery, 741 SW 29
Doughnuts aren’t all you’ll find at this panaderia, but the cinnamon sugar doughnuts are always a huge hit around The Oklahoman’s office so it is certainly worth a visit.
9. Momocha, 1112 Classen Drive
Another shop serving up mochi doughnuts, and Boba tea, Momocha offers options for traditional tastes like glazed and maple bacon alongside some influenced by commonly used Asian ingredients such as matcha, ube and sesame.
10. Dunkin’, multiple locations
Dunkin’ is a Massachusetts-based brand with more than 12,000 locations worldwide, including several in the Oklahoma City metro area.
Specials: Dunkin’ customers who purchase a drink on National Donut Day can enjoy a free classic doughnut of their choice.
Looking for a great doughnut shop that’s local and more traditional?
If you’re just looking to grab a dozen, glazed, iced, filled or mixed, from a local shop, the following are traditional mom-and-pop doughnut shops with rave reviews online.
▪ Hefner Donut Shop, 7755 W Hefner Road
▪ Gourmet Donut, 7844 S Western Ave.
▪ Maestro Donuts, 2920 S Agnew Ave., Suite 1
▪ Andeez Donuts, 118 E 15th St. in Edmond
▪ AM Donuts, 2900 N Pennsylvania Ave.
▪ Polar Donuts, 1111 N Meridian Ave., Suite B
▪ Donut Palace, 1701 W Britton Road
▪ I Love Donuts, 2800 NW 63, Suite 200
▪ Honey Bee Donuts & Bakery, 1416 N Eastern Ave. in Moore