Celebrating National Doughnut Day: 7 Bakeries to Visit in Minnesota
As National Doughnut Day approaches, sweet-tooths across Minnesota are gearing up to indulge in the sweet, fluffy treats that bring us all together. In celebration of this delightful day, we’ve rounded up seven bakeries across the state that are sure to satisfy your cravings. The Minnesota Star Tribune has been on the ground, sampling the best of the best and bringing you the inside scoop on where to find the most scrumptious doughnuts in the state.
First up is Edelweiss Bakery in Prior Lake, a local favourite that draws in crowds with its delectable pastries and warm atmosphere. As our team discovered, this bakery is a must-visit destination for anyone with a sweet tooth. "When there’s a line out the door of this bakery three minutes after opening, your fear of being late for work is displaced by a fear of not getting the pastry you’ve been craving," reports The Minnesota Star Tribune. The bakery’s specialty raised doughnuts, priced at $3.50, are a particular highlight, offering a sweet and airy treat that’s sure to hit the spot. Be sure to also try their caramel rolls ($4.25), which are "dense, gooey and worth the splurge," according to The Minnesota Star Tribune.
Another bakery worth visiting is Funner Brothers Donut Co. in Golden Valley, a longtime neighbourhood classic that’s been serving up scratch-made doughnuts for years. As The Minnesota Star Tribune notes, this bakery is home to a true doughnut legend, with fans and families lining up for fresh fried breakfast treats and giant, hand-cut doughnut holes ($14/doz.). Co-owner Alex Loosbrock says, "It’s just a couple of bites, so you don’t feel as bad," but we think you’ll find it’s hard to limit yourself to just one.
Mel-O-Glaze, a neighbourhood destination for over 70 years, is another must-stop bakery on our list. Located near Lake Nokomis, this beloved bakery is famous for its classic raised glazed doughnuts ($3.50), which boast a yeasty, pillowy texture coated in a crackling shell with a faint citrus flavour. As The Minnesota Star Tribune observes, the bakery’s decorations are almost as delightful as its treats, with little cutout signs with jokes, chalk on the sidewalk, and a staff that always seems genuinely happy to see you.
The Minnesota Star Tribune has identified six more bakeries that are sure to make your National Doughnut Day celebrations even sweeter. These include:
- The Donut Shop in Bloomington, known for its creative flavours and colourful decorations
- Krispy Kreme in various locations, offering its signature glazed doughnuts and sweet, fluffy treats
- The Doughnut Vault in Minneapolis, serving up unique flavours and old-fashioned doughnuts
- Spoon and Stable in Minneapolis, offering gourmet doughnuts with creative toppings
- The Bachelor Farmer in Minneapolis, providing Scandinavian-inspired doughnuts with a twist
- and Hy-Vee in various locations, offering a wide range of doughnuts and sweet treats
Whether you’re a doughnut aficionado or just looking for a sweet treat to brighten up your day, these seven bakeries are sure to hit the spot. So why not get out there and indulge in a doughnut (or two, or three…) to celebrate National Doughnut Day?
According to The Minnesota Star Tribune, these bakeries are just a few of the many great places to try a doughnut in Minnesota. For more information and to plan your doughnut-filled adventure, be sure to check out The Minnesota Star Tribune’s list of the seven bakeries to visit for National Doughnut Day.
(Source: The Minnesota Star Tribune – https://www.startribune.com/the-7-bakeries-were-hitting-for-national-doughnut-day/601338642)
