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A room-temperature doughnut is tasty and all, but there’s really nothing quite like a hot and fresh Krispy Kreme doughnut. Just the thought of a piping-hot, fluffy doughnut is enough to make anyone’s mouth water, but there’s only a certain gap of time when stores serve them fresh out of the oven.
True fans already know that a lit-up neon sign tells customers the store’s hot lights are on—aka fresh doughnuts are being made—but you’d rather know what the status is before driving all the way there. Luckily, there’s a foolproof way to find out.
All Krispy Kreme locations make their own hot light schedules, so the time for the freshest doughnuts varies from store to store. The glazed doughnuts have a shelf life of just 12 hours, so bakers need to replenish them at some point. Each Krispy Kremegenerally makes glazed doughnuts twice a day: around opening time, and again in the p.m., says a Krispy Kreme customer service representative. Specialty doughnuts are baked just once a day, and it’s up to management to pick that time.
The stores we talked to have their hot lights on from early to mid-morning, and again from early evening to close, though that won’t be the same across the board. Don’t make any assumptions — there’s a reliable way to figure out your local shop’s schedule. And no, you won’t need to ask an employee.
Like other restaurants, Krispy Kreme hasan appthat maps out the closest stores and offers coupons and rewards. But the best feature of all just might be its hot light indicator. Every time an employee switches on the hot light to start baking fresh doughnuts, the app’s “Hot Now” symbol on your phone also turns red. If you see that red symbol, you’re in luck! Fresh doughnuts are waiting just ahead.
On the other hand, a green map pin is your signal to hold off. The hot lights aren’t on, so going in for a fresh-baked doughnut is a wild goose chase. (Not that we’d ever turn down a room-temperature treat.) Just check in with the app and you’re guaranteed a fresh Krispy Kreme every time.
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This story was originally published by Reader’s Digest.
FAQs
What is the secret to Krispy Kreme Donuts? The secret to Krispy Kreme doughnuts is of course the sweet glaze, and this is achieved by bathing the doughnuts in a glaze of icing sugar, vanilla extract and milk, for a thicker glaze increase the quantity of icing sugar by a few spoons.
How do you make Krispy Kreme taste fresh? ›
“We recommend popping our Original Glazed Doughnuts into the microwave for up to 8 seconds to enjoy the most delicious doughnut experience,” a brand representative stated in an email. There you have it. For the premiere day-old doughnut experience, microwave your glazed Krispy Kreme for no more than eight seconds.
What is the best way to keep Krispy Kreme donuts fresh? ›
To maintain your Krispy Kreme doughnuts in optimum condition, we recommend that you store them in a temperature under 18 degrees and out of direct sunlight. To keep Krispy Kreme doughnuts at their freshest after their first day at home, you can freeze the doughnuts and reheat in the microwave.
How do you complete the Krispy Kreme challenge? ›
The Krispy Kreme Challenge is an annual charity event in which participants run a 2.5-mile (4 km) road course leading to a Krispy Kreme Doughnuts shop, eat one dozen doughnuts (totaling 2,400 calories and 144 grams of fat), and run the 2.5-mile (4 km) back to the finish line in under 1 hour.
Does Krispy Kreme make donuts fresh? ›
All Krispy Kreme locations make their own hot light schedules, so the time for the freshest doughnuts varies from store to store. The glazed doughnuts have a shelf life of just 12 hours, so bakers need to replenish them at some point.
What do Krispy Kreme do with unsold doughnuts? ›
Krispy Kreme said it sends its unsold doughnuts to be recycled into "animal feed" but recently it had changed its processes and now takes waste directly to Portbury Docks for recycling. "Initially, due to the security protocols at the docks, we were unable to gain access this weekend," the spokesperson said.
What kind of oil does Krispy Kreme use? ›
We use vegetable shortening (palm, soybean, and/or cottonseed and canola oil) for zero gram of trans fat per one serving of doughnut. All monoglycerides and diglycerides are vegetable based. Enzymes are also present. The lecithin we use is soy-based.
Should you put Krispy Kreme donuts in the fridge? ›
Our tasty treats are made fresh daily so best eaten on day of purchase for optimum freshness. The ideal condition for storage of a Krispy Kreme doughnut is in the original packaging at room temperature. We do not recommend storing in the fridge, in plastic storage bags or boxes or near a heat source.
How do you know if Krispy Kreme is fresh? ›
Our Iconic Hot Light means we are making fresh, hot doughnuts in store! With our store locator, find a shop near you with their Hot Light indicator on and enjoy a hot Original Glazed® doughnut.
How to keep fresh donuts fresh? ›
Place your donuts in storage bags or airtight containers.
Definitely put them in airtight bags or containers though so they stay fresh! The only time this isn't a good idea is when your donuts are cream-filled. In that case, you'll want to store them in the fridge so they don't spoil.
Ingredient Information
The only animal by-products used in our doughnuts are eggs (whites and yolks) and dairy products (including milk, butter, yogurt, whey, nonfat milk and nonfat whey). To get further information about our products, call us at 1-800-4KRISPY.
Should I reheat Krispy Kreme? ›
It's not exactly like having a hot one from a Krispy Kreme Factory Store, but some say it's pretty close. If you can't eat them fresh, pop them in the microwave for about 8 seconds.
What is the light rule at Krispy Kreme? ›
When we turn the light on, it means that our delicious Original Glazed® Doughnuts are available right at that very moment! So when you see the Hot Light on, stop in and get some hot Original Glazed® doughnuts. "I know it's going to be a good day when it starts with Krispy Kreme doughnuts."
How many donuts does Krispy Kreme give you on your birthday? ›
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts
This may be the best birthday gift on the list because you can get a free dozen glazed doughnuts! You also get a freebie when you sign up. So if you are a glazed doughnut fanatic, you've hit the jackpot!
How long does it take to burn off one Krispy Kreme donut? ›
One Krispy Kreme glazed doughnut has 190 calories. Exercise Time: To burn 190 calories, you need to ride a bike (moderate intensity) for 22 minutes or clean the house for 44 minutes. *All calories are based on a 165 lb. female.
What is special about Krispy Kreme doughnuts? ›
Because they are yeast donuts, not the cake donut. They are light and airy like a yeast roll, just enough sweet glaze to cover. It they are hot, it's like eating cotton candy, it melts in your mouth.
Why do Krispy Kreme donuts taste different? ›
Most Krispy Kreme doughnut varieties are made of the same yeast-raised dough as the original glazed, but they're prepared differently. Some are dipped in chocolate, caramel or other toppings and some are loaded with filling. Some speciality doughnuts are ring-shaped original glazed coated with different toppings.
Does Krispy Kreme baked or fry their donuts? ›
Like most doughnuts, Krispy Kremes are fried (cooked in oil). Frying cooks the dough rapidly from the outside in to give the doughnuts their distinctive crispy texture. The conveyer belt carries the doughnuts through a vegetable oil bath heated to between 355 and 360 degrees Fahrenheit (about 180 C).
Is it true that Krispy Kreme gives free donuts? ›
As a Krispy Kreme Rewards member, you'll earn 10 points for every $1 you spend at participating Krispy Kreme locations. You can redeem your points for your favorite treats, including doughnuts, coffee, and hot chocolate. You will receive a welcome offer of a free doughnut of choice after you sign up.
