The Underground Donut Tour has concluded its nationwide poll to determine America’s Greatest Donuts, tallying over 33,000 votes from donut enthusiasts. Rise ‘n Roll Bakery in Indiana has secured the title of Overall Fan Favorite for the third consecutive year with their Cinnamon Caramel Donut, which also helped the bakery win in several other categories.
The competition recognized various specialties within the donut world. Rise ‘n Roll notably won a total of 10 categories, including Greatest Cider Donut and Greatest Cream Filled Donut. Other winners included D&D’s Donuts in Chicago, which was acclaimed for the Greatest Fritter, and several new entrants such as Donut Man in Glendora, California, Bear Donut in New York City, and Beacon Doughnuts in Chicago.
A detailed list of winners from the contest includes categories like Greatest Beignets, won by Dahlia Bakery, and Greatest Bombolone, taken by Angelina’s Bakery. Each of the 22 recognized donut shops won in specific categories, showcasing a variety of flavors and types ranging from traditional to innovative.
This event not only highlights popular choices among donut fans but also celebrates the diverse offerings within the American donut scene, underlining the creativity and variety in this beloved segment of the bakery industry.