Krispy Kreme has launched a limited-edition Harry Potter: Houses of Hogwarts doughnut collection across the U.S., featuring themed doughnuts representing each Hogwarts house and a special Sorting Hat doughnut, along with a Golden Snitch Latte, available for a limited time.
McDonald's is ending its partnership with Krispy Kreme due to insufficient demand for Krispy Kreme doughnuts in McDonald's locations, after a trial period that began in March 2024. The partnership, which aimed to bring Krispy Kreme doughnuts to nearly 14,000 U.S. stores, will conclude on July 2, with Krispy Kreme continuing to sell its products through other retail channels.
McDonald's and Krispy Kreme are ending their US partnership to sell Krispy Kreme doughnuts at McDonald's locations due to unsustainable costs, with the deal set to conclude by July after limited implementation and financial challenges.
Yelp's "Elite Squad" has compiled a list of the best doughnut shops in every state, based on detailed reviews and well-tested dough recipes. The list, released ahead of National Doughnut Day on June 7, highlights top-rated doughnut shops across the U.S., ensuring fresh and delicious treats. More details and links to each shop's Yelp page are available on Yelp.com.
Yelp's team of analysts, using data from their "Elite Squad," has compiled a list of the best doughnut shops in every state just ahead of National Doughnut Day on June 7. The list highlights top-rated doughnut shops known for their well-tested dough recipes, with recommendations for each state available on Yelp's website.
Yelp's Elite Squad has compiled a list of the best doughnut shops in every state, just in time for National Doughnut Day on June 7. The list highlights top-rated doughnut shops based on detailed reviews from Yelp's passionate users, with Donna’s Delicious Dozen in Columbus, Ohio, being a standout. The full list and more details can be found on Yelp's website.
Krispy Kreme is offering special deals for Easter and April Fools' Day, including a free original glazed dozen doughnuts with the purchase of any dozen or 16 doughnuts through Easter weekend, and a $4.01 dozen original glazed doughnuts deal on April Fools' Day. Additionally, the chain has introduced a limited-time Spring Minis Collection and will soon be available at local McDonald's restaurants, with nationwide availability expected by the end of 2026.
Krispy Kreme is set to expand its presence in the United States through a partnership with McDonald's, bringing its doughnuts to McDonald's locations nationwide by the end of 2026. The deal aims to provide customers with increased access to Krispy Kreme's popular treats, with three varieties to be offered individually and in boxes of six. This collaboration marks an opportunity for both companies to tap into new business prospects, and follows a trend of major restaurant chains teaming up with popular food brands. Following the announcement, Krispy Kreme's shares surged nearly 30%, while McDonald's stock saw a modest increase.
McDonald's and Krispy Kreme are expanding their partnership to offer three popular doughnut flavors at McDonald's locations nationwide by the end of 2026, following a successful test in Kentucky. The doughnuts will be available for breakfast and throughout the day, with plans to offer them individually or in boxes of six. This move aims to unlock new business opportunities in the breakfast category and expand Krispy Kreme's reach, doubling their points of access by the end of 2026.
McDonald's plans to sell Krispy Kreme doughnuts at its restaurants nationwide by the end of 2026, with the rollout starting in the second half of this year. The partnership will take roughly two and a half years as Krispy Kreme expands its distribution to satisfy the demand. McDonald's will be the exclusive fast-food partner for Krispy Kreme in the U.S., and the doughnut chain aims to reach more than 100,000 points of access globally. This move is a major opportunity for Krispy Kreme to expand its reach, while also helping McDonald's bolster its bakery and breakfast offerings.
Krispy Kreme is celebrating St. Patrick's Day by introducing four new doughnut flavors and bringing back the O'riginal Glazed Doughnut, which will be available for a limited time starting March 11. Customers wearing green can get a free O'riginal Glazed Doughnut from March 15-17 with no purchase necessary. The new flavors include Luck of the Rainbow, Shamrock Cookies 'N Kreme made with Oreo Cookies, Plaid Party, and Shooting Shamrock. These new doughnuts are available in-store, for pickup or delivery via the Krispy Kreme app and website, and in 6-packs at select grocery stores.
Krispy Kreme is celebrating Leap Day on February 29 by offering a special deal where customers can buy any regularly priced dozen and get another dozen original glazed doughnuts for just $2.29. Additionally, individuals with a birthday on February 29 can receive a free doughnut with no purchase necessary by providing proof of their Leap Day birthdate. This promotion is in honor of Leap Day, which occurs about once every four years to account for the fact that it takes 365.25 days for Earth to orbit the sun.
Krispy Kreme is offering a special Leap Day deal where customers can get a dozen original glazed doughnuts for $2.29 with the purchase of any regularly priced dozen on February 29. Additionally, those with a February 29 birthday can receive a free dozen original glazed doughnuts without any purchase necessary. The company also gave out free glazed doughnuts to anyone who experienced cell service troubles due to a nationwide telecommunications outage.
Donuts Delite, a doughnut store in Rochester, N.Y., experienced a surge in demand after running a three-day promotion on Taylor Swift-themed doughnuts in anticipation of the pop icon's expected visit to a nearby football game. The promotion led to a wild and busy weekend, with the store bringing in extra workers and staying open 24 hours for three consecutive days. Despite some mixed reactions, the store owner emphasized the joy of connecting with customers and creating memorable experiences.
A 28-year-old woman in Sydney has been charged after stealing a truck carrying over 10,000 Krispy Kreme doughnuts. The truck was found abandoned with spoiled doughnuts in a car park. CCTV footage showed the woman driving away in the stolen truck. She has been arrested and charged with multiple offenses, including taking and driving a conveyance without consent, driving while disqualified, and traveling without a valid ticket. The woman appeared in court and has been refused bail.