Since I eat so many donuts, it’s nice when donut shops switch things up a bit. That’s why I love holidays. When it comes to Halloween, I’d rather eat sweets than dress up as a “sexy cat.” In full disclosure, though, I somehow managed to find a “sexy postal worker” costume in high school.
***smh at my own self***
Back to donuts…Here’s a round-up of the prettiest (or should I say scariest) Halloween donuts from across the country. I can’t verify how all of these taste, but many have been voted as “Best Donut Shop in America.” If your tastes differ, at least they’re Instagram pretty.
1. Astro Doughnuts & Fried Chicken
Los Angeles, CA & Washington, D.C.
These mini Halloween donuts are available for pre-order through October. The $23 box includes:
- 3 Candy Apple doughnuts
- 3 Dulce de Leche doughnuts
- 3 vanilla glazed doughnuts with Halloween “scary eyes”
- 3 Cookie Dough on a plain yeast doughnut
No tricks, just treats in this box of Halloween minis🎃! Available for pre-order through October at the link in bio. 📸@scottsuchman⠀
2,152 Likes, 50 Comments – Astro Doughnuts (@astrodoughnuts) on Instagram: “No tricks, just treats in this box of Halloween minis🎃! Available for pre-order through October at…”
2. Blinkie's Donuts
Los Angeles, CA
These creatures could be yours! They’re also selling orange and purple glitter donuts.
#repost thank you @rozco for the great picture!!! #donuts #halloweendonuts #blinkiesdonuts #spookydonuts #nbcla #yelpla #abc7eyewitness #cbsla #ktla5
117 Likes, 1 Comments – Blinkies Donuts (@blinkiesdonuts) on Instagram: “#repost thank you @rozco for the great picture!!! #donuts #halloweendonuts #blinkiesdonuts…”
3. Blue Star Donuts
Portland, OR
OK so technically these aren’t decorated with Halloween characters, but I’d be remiss not to share their pumpkin brioche-style donut:
🎃NEW DONUT ALERT🎃for Portland and LA!! Your Great Pumpkin fantasy awaits! Introducing the Pumpkin Panna Cotta Brûlée!! 🧡🧡🧡🧡 This beauty starts with a smooth creamy pumpkin panna cotta filling stuffed into our buttery brioche shell. We’ve sugar-brûléed the top and finished it off with a DIY pipette of Pumpkin Old-Fashioned made with @rosecitydistilling Ghost Owl Whiskey! 😍🥃 No tricks, only treats here, folks! 😚😋😉 #halloween #pumpkin #pdxnow #ghostowlwhiskey #rosecitydistilling #briochedonuts #bluestardonuts #donutsforgrownups
1,185 Likes, 110 Comments – Blue Star Donuts (@bluestardonuts) on Instagram: “🎃NEW DONUT ALERT🎃for Portland and LA!! Your Great Pumpkin fantasy awaits! Introducing the Pumpkin…”
4. Broad Street Dough Co.
Oakhurst, NJ
So many choices!
TOTALLY WICKED‼️🎃👻😈🕸☠️🦇 * * * #spooktacular #freakyfriday #frightfest #TGIF #wickedtreats #finallyfriday #nj #halloween2018 #octoberfeels #kosher #jerseybornandglazed #bsdc #eater #eatingfortheinsta #newforkcity #donuts #broadstreetdoughco #heckyeah #wickedeats #savage #foooodieee #notricksjusttreats #weekendmodeon
1,361 Likes, 18 Comments – Broad Street Dough Co. (@broadst_doughco) on Instagram: “TOTALLY WICKED‼️🎃👻😈🕸☠️🦇 * * * #spooktacular #freakyfriday #frightfest #TGIF #wickedtreats…”
5. The Broadway
South Boston, MA
I would enjoy squeezing a pipette of liquor into these treats from Pastry Chef Matty Dworkin:
It’s creepy and it’s crawly…chocolate cheesecake pretzel doughnut #boozydoughnuts #chocolatecake #doughnuts #kahula #vodka #halloweeniscoming🎃 #spookytreats #brunchsohard #hungryhungryhomo @thebroadwaysouthboston
66 Likes, 1 Comments – Matty Dworkin (@hungryhungry_homo) on Instagram: “It’s creepy and it’s crawly…chocolate cheesecake pretzel doughnut #boozydoughnuts #chocolatecake…”
Getting corny for brunch this weekend..boozy doughnut is candy corn inspired with ginger glaze, cinnamon & tumeric glaze and pumpkin cream cheese frosting… #pumpkinliquor #cider #fallflavors #boozydoughnuts #cheflife #brunchsohard #halloweeniscoming🎃 #ookkyspooky #hungryhungryhomo #candycorndoughnut #candycorn #doughnutsofinstagram
64 Likes, 7 Comments – Matty Dworkin (@hungryhungry_homo) on Instagram: “Getting corny for brunch this weekend..boozy doughnut is candy corn inspired with ginger glaze,…”
If you’re still craving donuts post-Halloween, check out the Rise & Tumble Donut Throwdown featuring The Broadway and 6 other Boston competitors.
6. California Donuts
Los Angeles, CA
Boo! Did someone say Friday? 🕷👻🎃😈
2,339 Likes, 22 Comments – California Donuts #21 (@californiadonuts) on Instagram: “Boo! Did someone say Friday? 🕷👻🎃😈”
Ever feel like people are watching you? 👀 👀
1,522 Likes, 8 Comments – California Donuts #21 (@californiadonuts) on Instagram: “Ever feel like people are watching you? 👀 👀”
7. Disney
Orlando, FL & Anaheim, CA
The Graveyard Doughnut ⚰️⚰️⚰️ A vanilla buttercream filled doughnut spilling over with worms and dirt makes for a perfect Halloween treat. Find it at the Coffee Cart outside of Fantasy Faire. 🍩🎃👻 . . @disneyland #HalloweenTime #disneyhalloween #disneylandhalloween #halloweenatdisneyland #disneytreats #disneysnacks #disneylandhub #disneylanddonuts #doughnuts
1,235 Likes, 21 Comments – Kristen Mattern (@firstcomesdisney) on Instagram: “The Graveyard Doughnut ⚰️⚰️⚰️ A vanilla buttercream filled doughnut spilling over with worms and…”
Yesterday was magical! We started our day with this donut from the Main Street donut cart!😋 I kind of expected it to be “just for looks” but the donut itself was actually really good!!! The filling in the middle was cream cheese frosting…🤯 Definitely share it with a few friends though…it was RICH! . Tonight is Mickey’s Halloween Party!! Follow along in my story! And I may try to go LIVE later!👍 . See #GG2DLhalloweentime for all the scary fun!💖 #disneydonuts #mickeyhalloweenparty #halloweentimeatdisneyland
150 Likes, 7 Comments – @girlfriendsguidetodisneyland on Instagram: “Yesterday was magical! We started our day with this donut from the Main Street donut cart!😋 I kind…”
The gigantic mummy donut from Schmoozies is a cronut filled with peanut butter and jelly. . . . . . #disneycaliforniaadventure #dca #disneylandresort #schmoozies #mummycronut #disneydonuts #pbandj #peanutbutterandjelly #halloweentimeattheparks #hallowisney #31daysofhalloween
51 Likes, 0 Comments – Lisa² (@norcaldisneygals) on Instagram: “The gigantic mummy donut from Schmoozies is a cronut filled with peanut butter and jelly. . . . . ….”
I’ve made the discovery of the century! I discovered a tomb of an ancient mummy donut within the Temple of The Hidden Eye! Stay tuned as I unwrap a full review! @disneyland
178 Likes, 20 Comments – Ilya Albert (@thedukeofdonuts) on Instagram: “I’ve made the discovery of the century! I discovered a tomb of an ancient mummy donut within the…”
8. Donut Crazy
West Port & New Haven, CT
These mummies actually look creepy, yo.
#craftedwithlove #coveredincrazy #letseatdonuts #halloweendonuts starting today all locations….
931 Likes, 21 Comments – DonutCrazy (@donutcrazy) on Instagram: “#craftedwithlove #coveredincrazy #letseatdonuts #halloweendonuts starting today all locations….”
9. Donut Friend
Los Angeles, CA
PSA: Donut Friend is all vegan, but according to @chefmaxsantiago they taste anything but!
Our Love Is A Painted Picture #mae #donutfriend #DIYdonuts (📷: @haveaveganday)
1,640 Likes, 13 Comments – DONUT FRIEND (@donutfriend) on Instagram: “Our Love Is A Painted Picture #mae #donutfriend #DIYdonuts (📷: @haveaveganday)”
10. Doughnut Plant
New York, NY
If you’re a fan of candy corn, you’ll be a fan of these:
Candy Corn doughnuts! House made vanilla bean pudding inside. All natural color for the glaze. Always original. No artificial anything. #doughnutplant #candycorn #halloween #moredeliciousness #originaldeliciousness
3,836 Likes, 145 Comments – Doughnut Plant (@doughnutplant) on Instagram: “Candy Corn doughnuts! House made vanilla bean pudding inside. All natural color for the glaze….”
11. Du's Donuts
New York, NY
Pre-order a half dozen for $24, including 2 Evil Eye donuts, 2 Spiderweb donuts, and 2 Pumpkin donuts. I’d say these designs are the most artistic of the bunch:
Pre-order our spooktacular 6 pack of Halloween donuts ($24)! The 6 pack will include 2 Evil Eye donuts, 2 Spiderweb donuts and 2 Pumpkin donuts click the link in our bio to place your #NYC order, or head to goldbelly.com for nationwide shipping! In-store pick up is available Tuesday, October 30th and Wednesday, October 31st between 10am – 5pm. Deadline to place an order for your Halloween treats will be Sunday, October 28th at 5pm. Du not miss out on having these for your Halloween party!
3,025 Likes, 37 Comments – Du’s Donuts (@dus_donuts) on Instagram: “Pre-order our spooktacular 6 pack of Halloween donuts ($24)! The 6 pack will include 2 Evil Eye…”
12. The Glass Knife
Winter Park, FL
The Glass Knife is another recommendation from @chefmaxsantiago, and don’t forget this restaurant offers more than just donuts. Still, I wouldn’t be mad if someone shipped me these:
Donut leave without a treat! Grab these limited-time Halloween favorites before they’re gone!
463 Likes, 14 Comments – The Glass Knife (@theglassknifewp) on Instagram: “Donut leave without a treat! Grab these limited-time Halloween favorites before they’re gone!”
13. Glam Doll Donuts
Minneapolis, MN
Glam Doll is recommended by both @erinjbgood and @vraamoney_eats.
That pumpkin donut is calling my name, although the red Brain Donut looks interesting — it’s filled with fresh raspberry curd and vanilla buttercream:
It’s Friday night! Time to treat yourself! Open until 1am at the Eat Street Shop and 10pm in Northeast! #getsome #glamdolldonuts #supportsmallbusiness
917 Likes, 11 Comments – Glam Doll Donuts (@glamdolldonuts) on Instagram: “It’s Friday night! Time to treat yourself! Open until 1am at the Eat Street Shop and 10pm in…”
14. Jarams Donuts
Dallas, TX
Obviously, Jarams is near and dear to my heart. PSA to my fellow Dallasites: They’re building a second location in the Lakewood neighborhood! The anticipated opening is late fall 2018.
From left: Witch turned Green Tea; iced Pumpkin Spice iced donut (both funnel and cake versions); Ube (filling & glaze); Dark Chocolate Kitty; Skeleton buried in Reese’s.
The HALLOWEEN donuts are BACK! Available from this weekend till Halloween! . . . [Photocred: @telegraph_media ]
504 Likes, 24 Comments – Jarams Donuts (@jaramsdonuts) on Instagram: “The HALLOWEEN donuts are BACK! Available from this weekend till Halloween! . . . [Photocred:…”
15. The Mini Bar Donuts & Coffee
Jacksonville, FL
This $28 box of minis features Candy Corn, Frankenstein, Red Velvet and Dirt Cake. Pre-order yours here.
DONUT wait! 9, 10, 11 AM slots are sold out. 🎃🍩👻 Each box will feature:⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Candy Corn-Vanilla Cake Donut + Marshmallow Tie Dye Buttercream + Sprinkles + Candy Corn ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Red Velvet- Red Velvet Donut + Cream Cheese Glaze + Chocolate Drizzle + Hatchet OR Gummy Eye Ball ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Dirt Cake- Chocolate Donut + Chocolate Glaze + Oreo + Chocolate Buttercream + Sour Gummy Worm ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Frankenstein- Vanilla Cake + Vanilla Glaze + Sprinkles + Marshmallows
348 Likes, 3 Comments – The Mini Bar (@minibardonuts) on Instagram: “DONUT wait! 9, 10, 11 AM slots are sold out. 🎃🍩👻 Each box will feature:⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Candy Corn-Vanilla…”
16. Morningstar
Houston, TX
Bats, cats and mice available while supplies last! They also have a festive pumpkin spiced latte:
It’s raining bats and cats outside! 🦇🐱🍩 Stop in for spooky doughnuts, available while supplies last! #houstonheights #coffeefam #houstonbrunchspots
241 Likes, 5 Comments – Morningstar (@morningstarhou) on Instagram: “It’s raining bats and cats outside! 🦇🐱🍩 Stop in for spooky doughnuts, available while supplies…”
We got nothing but spooks over here! 🐀🦇🍫🍩Enjoy a caramel iced and green coconut grass with a chocolate mouse and a blueberry cake with orange icing and a chocolate bat! 😍🤪 These spooky boys will be available Wednesday and Thursday! #halloweendoughnuts #houstonheights #coffeefam
214 Likes, 3 Comments – Morningstar (@morningstarhou) on Instagram: “We got nothing but spooks over here! 🐀🦇🍫🍩Enjoy a caramel iced and green coconut grass with a…”
17. Orlandough
Orlando, FL
Fun fact: @orlan_dough owner Liz trained under the wizards at PVDonuts in Rhode Island. Her brioche-style donuts are reportedly dope!
The Halloween varieties can be pre-ordered online for $28. Flavors include:
- Matcha “Slimed” Black Ash Coconut on brioche
- Vanilla Marshmallow “Spider Web” on brioche
- Thai Tea Glazed with house-made chocolate cake and vanilla Italian meringue buttercream on brioche
- Pumpkin Spice Latte: Vanilla glazed pumpkin old fashioned donut topped with espresso Italian meringue buttercream
- Lavender Glazed Dirt Cup: filled with house-made double chocolate pudding, Oreo crumbles and WORMS
- Cardamom Glazed “Blood” Rose Cream Filled and stabbed by candy glass shards
Welcome to fam, 2018 Halloween Doughs. You took a lot more brain power to create than anticipated so I hope you don’t disappoint the donut/halloween-lovers of Orlando. Interested in getting your hands on these? Well they are a bit elusive but word on the streets is they’ll be available to order on our website soon. We’ll keep you posted.
871 Likes, 71 Comments – Craft Donuts And Cakes (@orlan_dough) on Instagram: “Welcome to fam, 2018 Halloween Doughs. You took a lot more brain power to create than anticipated…”
18. Pink Box Doughnuts
Las Vegas, NV
Half-dozen and dozen assortments available. Email pinkboxdoughnuts@gmail.com to place your order.
Creepin’ it real with our Halloween Boxes! 🕷🕸🦇⚰️👻 Available in an assortment of our Halloween special doughnuts; perfect for birthdays, class parties (or yourself, hey! we don’t judge 😉) 1/2 dozen boxes also available. Which doughnut is your favorite? #pinkboxdoughnuts
1,455 Likes, 63 Comments – Pink Box Doughnuts (@pinkboxdoughnuts) on Instagram: “Creepin’ it real with our Halloween Boxes! 🕷🕸🦇⚰️👻 Available in an assortment of our Halloween…”
19. Primo's Donuts
Los Angeles, CA
Did you know that Primo’s is home of the world-famous Buttermilk Bar? The family-owned shop cautions you to “reserve your Halloween donuts before they ghost you!”
Sneak peek of just a few of our #HalloweenDonuts 🍩🎃👻 Mr. Primo will officially begin the Halloween decorating with his window mural tomorrow #HalloweenSpirit #DonutGoals
198 Likes, 5 Comments – Primo’s Donuts LA (@primosdonutsla) on Instagram: “Sneak peek of just a few of our #HalloweenDonuts 🍩🎃👻 Mr. Primo will officially begin the Halloween…”
20. PVDonuts
Providence, RI
Obviously, PVD gets a shout-out. Their Halloween 6-pack is only available 10/24-10/31. First-come, first-served.
Forget the Coors Lights, roll up to the Halloween party with a 6-pack of donuts instead 🙌🏼! We’ll have limited quantities of these 🍩 from 10/24 to 10/31 available on a first-come, first-served basis, sold as boxes of 6! ***⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ From L to R: 1. Pumpkin cream filled w/ vanilla buttercream; 2. Chocolate filled old fashioned with cream cheese glaze and white chocolate; 3. Matcha glaze w/ chocolate decor; 4. Coffee milk glaze w/ sprinkles; 5. Chocolate glaze w/ chocolate eyeballs; 6. Jam filled w/ vanilla buttercream ***⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 👻🎃❤️ #PVDonuts
5,703 Likes, 159 Comments – PVDonuts (@pvdonuts) on Instagram: “Forget the Coors Lights, roll up to the Halloween party with a 6-pack of donuts instead 🙌🏼! We’ll…”
21. Sleepy V's
Minneapolis, MN
Order your $28 pack of Halloween mini donuts here. Flavors include:
- Caramel Apple, Sprinkles & Pocky Sticks
- Cotton Candy & Sprinkles
- Blackberry with Gummy Skull
- Chocolate with Gummy Skull
- Vanilla with Chocolate Wafer
- Vanilla with Seasoned Pretzel
PRE-ORDER NOW! We have a pack of Halloween mini donuts, including these little monsters, available on our Quick Order page. Visit sleepyvs.com/order to get yours! . . . #sleepyvs #foodieapolis #bestfoodtwincities #mpls #mnfoodie #bestofnempls #minnestagrammers #minidonuts #donuts #dountsfordays #minisdontcount #mplseats #minnesotafood #minnstagram #mplsfoodie #twincities #midwest #nempls #VisitMN #mplsfood #bestfoodmn #forkyeahmn #minneapolisdonuts #halloweentreats #halloweendonuts
110 Likes, 1 Comments – Sleepy V’s (@sleepy.vs) on Instagram: “PRE-ORDER NOW! We have a pack of Halloween mini donuts, including these little monsters, available…”
22. Spudnuts Donuts
Canoga Park, CA
Spudnuts comes highly recommended by @thedukeofdonuts.
These Halloween donuts have a “Nightmare Before Christmas” kinda vibe. If that’s not your thing, they’re also offering custom Halloween letter donuts:
Halloween donuts are so much fun to make. 🎃 Last year we added Sally and Bride of Frankenstein (technically Frankenstein’s monster), cuz we needed some girly donuts. 👧 Any requests for this year? #halloweendonuts
962 Likes, 41 Comments – The Original Spudnuts Donuts (@spudnutsdonuts) on Instagram: “Halloween donuts are so much fun to make. 🎃 Last year we added Sally and Bride of Frankenstein…”
23. Sugar & Water NYC
Astoria, NY
Sugar & Water just opened its doors earlier this month. I’ve heard great things about Pastry Chef “Scottish” Francis. Have you seen him on MasterChef season 5?
Side note: That eyeball donut is definitely staring at me.
New creation called “Me, My Chef and Eye” a donut for the month of Halloween. #nycdonut #donut #doughnut … available at @sugarandwaternyc
166 Likes, 12 Comments – Scottish Francis Of Masterchef (@scottishfrancis) on Instagram: “New creation called “Me, My Chef and Eye” a donut for the month of Halloween. #nycdonut #donut…”
24. Trejo's Coffee & Donuts
Los Angeles, CA
Trejo’s is another favorite of fellow Donut Expert @thedukeofdonuts. These monsters are available the rest of the month. Go get ’em!
Trick or Treat yo’ self. New Halloween donuts available all month! Get them before they disappear. 👻👻👻 #trejosdonuts #coffee #breakfast #pastries #losangeles #la #halloween #donuttime
1,225 Likes, 15 Comments – Trejo’s Coffee & Donuts (@trejosdonuts) on Instagram: “Trick or Treat yo’ self. New Halloween donuts available all month! Get them before they disappear….”
Decisions, decisions. #trejosdonuts #coffee #breakfast #pastries #losangeles #la #halloween #donuttime
839 Likes, 13 Comments – Trejo’s Coffee & Donuts (@trejosdonuts) on Instagram: “Decisions, decisions. #trejosdonuts #coffee #breakfast #pastries #losangeles #la #halloween…”
25. Underwest Donuts
New York, NY
Get your car washed, get a donut. Email info@underwestdonuts.com to pre-order.
🎃Don’t be fooled…this is our CARWASH donut disguised as a Pumpkin for HALLOWEEN. Accepting Pre-Orders NOW. Email info@underwestdonuts.com 👻🔮⚰️☠️ #halloween #halloweendonuts ##underwestdonuts #donuts #donutscookiesandcream #buzzfeedfood #beautifulcuisines #bonappetit #eeeeeats #eater #eaterny #eattheworld #eatmunchies #forkyeah #foodandwine #foodbeast #feedfeed #f52grams #fravorites #grubstreet #huffposttaste #nomnom #Instafood #spoonuniversity #sugarcakepie #tastingtable #zagat #zagatnyc
405 Likes, 3 Comments – Artisanal Cake Donuts (@underwestdonuts) on Instagram: “🎃Don’t be fooled…this is our CARWASH donut disguised as a Pumpkin for HALLOWEEN. Accepting Pre-…”
PSA: Underwest delivers nationally via Goldbely. They’re not shipping the Halloween donuts, but seasonal flavors include Pumpkin Ginger and Mulled Cider.
Honorable Mentions
- Ashlee Marie Cakes (Utah blogger)
- Bodega Imports candy corn churro bites (Chicago, IL)
- Detour Doughnuts (Frisco, TX)
- DK’s Donuts & Bakery (Santa Monica, CA)
- The Doughty Doughnut (New England blogger)
- Five-O Donut Co. (Sarasota, FL)
- Purple Glaze Donuts (Asbury Park, NJ)
- Scream’n Nuts (Alpharetta, GA)
- Stan’s Donuts (Chicago, IL)
- Wow! Donuts & Drips (Plano, TX)
