Florida Is Home To 2 Of The Greatest Donut Shops in America
Before we get to the greatest donut shops in Florida, you need some school. The history of donuts goes back to 1803, with the creation of the ring shaped donut with the hole being traced back Hanson Gregory in 1847. That’s enough.
Ok, the idea of eating cake for breakfast is truly one of the best ideas ever. But where can we get the best of the best? Fortunately, we have a list of the greatest donut shops in America, and the one donut that makes them so special. 2 of them are in Florida, one in Orlando, and one is in Venice, right here in Southwest Florida.
The Underground Donut Tour has completed their search for America’s Greatest Donuts. After putting out a call to every donut fan and donut shop in America, the fans have spoken with over 33,000 votes cast in our contest to crown America’s Greatest Donuts.
The Greatest Donut Shops.
Before we get to the two Florida spots, we should acknowledge the overall winner, the Rise ‘n Roll Bakery of Indiana. It’s an Amish-Style bakery specializing in preservative-free foods. Their Cinnamon Caramel Donut was voted the most popular donut in America.
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The Greatest Donut Shops in Florida.
Now let’s focus on the donuts that are here in Florida.
Parlor Doughnuts
Parlor Donuts is a franchise with several locations here in Florida. The closest to Fort Myers being just over an hour away in Venice. There’s also one in Clearwater, and Fort Lauderdale is marked “coming soon.” The donut that won them the “Greatest Croissant Donut in America” is the Blueberry Crumble Croissant Doughnut – a perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors.
I’ve not yet been to Parlor Doughnuts, but the pictures I’m seeing on their Instagram are absolutely amazing. Anyone want to franchise one in Estero?
Voodoo Doughnut
Ok, this one I’ve been to, and I’ve had the donut that won them the award. Voodoo Doughnut has a location at City Walk at Universal Orlando. And the award they won? It’s my favorite category – “Greatest Maple Glazed Donut in America.” The Bacon Maple Bar won the award and I can tell you from trying it, it’s amazing. It’s weird having drinks at City Walk, then hitting up one of the greatest donut shops in America. But worth it.
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The Bacon Maple Bar is the perfect blend of salty and sweet – and bacon! It’s no wonder there’s often a line just to get into the store. The full list of the Greatest Donut Shops in American can be found here.
Remember, Mom doesn’t want flowers for Mother’s Day. She wants doughnuts. Don’t want to make the drive? Trackside Donuts in Bonita Springs is pretty amazing, too.