20 Dec 14th–Dec 20th, 2023 phoenixnewtimes.com PHOENIX NEW TIMES | NEWS | FEATURE | FOOD & DRINK | ARTS & CULTURE | MUSIC | CONCERTS | CANNABIS | Decadent Dough The 10 best doughnut shops in metro Phoenix. BY TIRION BOAN AND SARA CROCKER A re doughnuts breakfast or dessert? Hard to say, but we do know they’re delicious at any time of day. But some sweet dough rings stand out above the rest. We trekked across the Valley to find the best spots to satisfy your need for deep-fried goodness. Here are the 10 best doughnut shops in metro Phoenix. Blooming Donuts 9820 W. Lower Buckeye Road #107, Tolleson Blooming Donuts keeps its offerings tradi- tional with its yeast and cake doughnuts which come sugared, glazed or studded with sprinkles. The most creative option is a vanilla glazed doughnut with split Oreos positioned to look like a panda bear’s ears. The raised doughnuts are light and have a nice chew, but we’re partial to the excep- tional cake doughnuts, which feature a crisp exterior and moist crumb. Vanilla glaze offers just the right amount of sweetness for this morning treat, which is best paired with an iced matcha latte with boba. BoSa Donuts Multiple locations There’s a reason BoSa Donuts, which started as a single 24-hour shop in Chandler in 1994, has grown to include dozens of locations across the state. BoSa’s consistently delicious classic doughnuts, boxes of doughnut holes and Thai teas keep us coming back to this homegrown drive- thru. And the convenience of having store- fronts in just about every neighborhood is perfect when you’re on the go and picking up sweet snacks for a crowd or simply want a quick late-night treat. You’ll find all the traditional styles, from yeast and cake to old-fashioneds and butterfly rolls. But, BoSa also boasts half a dozen devil’s food cake options — a great selection of choices for anyone craving an extra chocolatey treat. Chin Up Donuts + Coffee 7325 E. Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd., #103, Scottsdale 7021 E. Main St., Scottsdale Chin Up Donuts is unlike other doughnut shops in the Valley — in fact, the concept for the two Scottsdale locations seems more like a trendy coffee shop than a tradi- tional bakery. Cute decor and vintage furniture decorate the brightly colored space. Behind the pastry case, unusual doughnut flavors come to life. The texture of these doughnuts falls somewhere between your classic cake doughnut and its fluffy yeast counterpart — they’re almost breadlike and have a weight to them. These satisfying rounds make the perfect base for toppings such as strawberry shortcake crumbles, Lucky Charms marshmallows or even pepperoni. Unusual offerings, including the pizza doughnut, chicken and waffles doughnut and the macaroni and cheese fritter, routinely pop up on the menu. For a great entry point into the world of savory-inspired sweets, try the popular Everything Bagel doughnut. Dutch Donut Factory 1152 N. Power Road, Mesa Our pick for Best Doughnut in the 2023 Best of Phoenix, Dutch Donut Factory keeps its menu classic. With beautiful, pillowy raised doughnuts, expertly fried apple fritters and moist, tangy old-fashioned buttermilk bars, there’s no need to add unnecessary frills — what’s there is stunningly simple, made flawlessly and delicious. On the more savory The Valley’s best doughnut shops sell a wide range of treats, from mochi doughnuts to classic flavors and candy-topped creations. (Photos by Tirion Boan and Alison Young) ▼ Food & Drink
