Donuts

Donuts on this page are packaged snack donuts and pastries that keep on the shelf, from mini powdered and chocolate frosted donuts to crumb donuts, glazed rings and individually wrapped single donuts. They differ from bakery donuts, which are softer and fresher but last only a day or two. The first decision is whether you want small donuts for snacking and lunch boxes or larger single donuts as a treat.

Texture and coating are the next questions. Cake donuts are dense and crumbly, and powdered sugar, cinnamon sugar, chocolate frosting and glaze all change sweetness and mess. Mini donuts in a bag are handy for sharing, while individually wrapped donuts stay fresh longer once a box is opened.

Allergens matter with packaged baked goods. Most packaged donuts contain wheat, eggs, milk and soy, and many are made in facilities that also process nuts, so read the allergen statement on every pack.

Storage and freshness come next. Packaged donuts last much longer than bakery donuts, but they still dry out after opening, so close the bag tightly or keep them in a container. Warming a donut briefly in the microwave softens it again.

Before buying, check the size and count, the coating, the allergen statement, whether donuts are individually wrapped, and the date on the pack. Larger family packs are cheaper per donut but only worth it if they will be eaten in time.

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