Dunkin’ Donuts is the most popular donut shop chain in the United States, with thousands of locations. Krispy Kreme, with over 1,000 stores, is known for delicious glazed donuts.
Popular Donut Flavors and Statistics
The top 5 most popular donut flavors are:
- Cream-filled (22%)
- Plain glazed (18%)
- Chocolate glazed (12%)
- Cake/old fashioned (9%)
- Jelly-filled (9%)
According to Statista, 201 million Americans report having eaten donuts. Americans consume 10 billion donuts each year.
Industry Growth and Market Projections
The worldwide donut market size will increase by $5 billion between 2020-2025, with North America accounting for 35% of growth. By 2024, donut revenue will reach $55 billion. The two biggest North American markets are the US and Canada.
What is the most popular donut in America?
Glazed donuts took top honors, followed by Boston cream, jelly-filled, sprinkles, powdered, and twist donuts.