42 Party-Worthy Doughnut Recipes

Updated by Food Network Canada Editors on August 22, 2018

The first Friday in June brings one of the sweetest days of the year — National Doughnut Day! Celebrate the gloriously glutinous occasion with these fun and creative doughnuts perfect for a party (or an afternoon treat).

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Basil Lemon Zeppole

Zeppole are rustic Italian doughnut bites that come in many shapes and sizes. This version combines anise flavoured basil and citrusy lemon for a very grown up fried dough dessert. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/bake-with-anna-olson/recipe/basil-lemon-zeppole/21776/" target="_blank">Anna Olson’s Basil Lemon Zeppole</a>
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Giant Maple Doughnut Cake

 A fun and colourful dessert the whole family will love, this giant <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/entertaining/photos/party-worthy-doughnut-recipes" rel="noopener" target="_blank">party-worthy doughnut</a> is festive, sweet and mixes vanilla cake and Canadian maple syrup. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/giant-maple-doughnut-cake/18434/" target="_blank">Giant Maple Doughnut Cake</a>
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Pistachio-Dusted Rose-Glazed Yeast Donuts

With a pop of pink in the rose water glaze and sprinkled with bright green ground pistachios, these vibrant bites are the perfect party dessert. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/pistachio-dusted-rose-glazed-yeast-donuts/14712/" target="_blank">Eden Grinshpan's Pistachio-Dusted Rose-Glazed Yeast Donuts</a>
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Classic Canadian Fried Dough Treat

Flat in appearance but stand-up in taste, these Canadian treats are a sparkling edition the Hanukkah table. Hot out of the fryer, no one will be able to resist this treat. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/-classic-canadian-fried-dough-treat/17910/" target="_blank">Classic Canadian Fried Dough Treat</a>
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Earl Grey Donuts with Icing Glaze

These doughnuts have a light and fluffy interior, with a hint of high British Earl Grey flavour, and topped with a sweet, milky sweet glaze. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/earl-grey-donuts-with-icing-glaze/14757/" target="_blank">Earl Grey Donuts with Icing Glaze</a>
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Lemon Meringue Doughnut Filling

Light and creamy lemon curd housed in a homemade doughnut and topped with a beautiful meringue.Get the recipe for <a target="_blank" href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/you-gotta-eat-here/recipe/lemon-meringue-doughnut-filling/14315/">Lemon Meringue Doughnut Filling</a>
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Churros

You can make churros at home with this failsafe recipe, the ultimate end to a Mexican meal. The little fried pastries are traditionally dunked in a melted chocolate sauce or super-thick hot chocolate – an optional step, but highly recommended! Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/bake-with-anna-olson/recipe/churros/21778/" target="_blank">Anna Olson’s Churros</a>
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Doughnut-Hole Tower

A stunning centrepiece for holiday parties and special occasions, this tower is comprised of light, airy doughnuts holes stuck together with a rich caramel buttercream. Garnish with mint and toasted almonds, with a light dusting of icing sugar. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/doughnut-hole-tower/19272/" target="_blank">Ricardo's Doughnut-Hole Tower </a>
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Chocolate Glazed Doughnuts

Chewy, soft and truly decadent, you would never know these double chocolate doughnuts are actually vegan. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/double-chocolate-glazed-doughnuts/19601/" target="_blank">Giada De Laurentiis' Double-Chocolate Glazed Doughnuts</a>
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Trifle Doughnut

All the components of a trifle in a gourmet doughnut. This cake-like doughnut is dipped in a vanilla glaze, drizzled with raspberry coulis and topped with Grand Marnier-soaked lady fingers. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/trifle-doughnut/13965/" target="_blank">Trifle Doughnut</a>
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Vegan Churro Doughnuts

Coated in cinnamon-sugar and finished with melted dark or white chocolate, these delicious <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/entertaining/photos/party-worthy-doughnut-recipes/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">party-worthy doughnuts</a> — hold the deep fryer — can be made in under an hour, and are the perfect bite to serve when entertaining. Swap regular chocolate for a dairy-free variety to make this fully vegan. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/vegan-churro-doughnuts/18833/" target="_blank">Vegan Churro Doughnuts</a>
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Italian Doughnuts

Pizza dough can be transformed into easy to make doughnuts with a quick dunk in hot oil, and a light dusting of cinnamon. Glaze with milk chocolate and sprinkle with chopped almonds or espresso beans for a play on coffee and doughnuts. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/italian-doughnuts/19168/" target="_blank">Giada De Laurentiis' Italian Doughnuts</a>
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Truffle Centred Beignets

Guests will love indulging in these sweet icing sugar-dusted beignets filled with a rich and melty chocolate centre . Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/truffle-centred-beignets/12764/" target="_blank">Anna Olson's Truffle Centred Beignets</a>
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Gluten-Free Powdered Sugar Doughnuts

These dreamy, sugary powdered doughnuts happen to be gluten-free, but you (and your guests) would never be able to tell the difference. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/gluten-free-powdered-sugar-doughnuts/16221/" target="_blank">Gluten-Free Powdered Sugar Doughnuts</a>.
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Puffed Cereal Treat Donuts

These homemade vanilla doughnuts are made with crispy rice cereal in the batter for some texture, and garnished with more for the perfect crunchy bite. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/puffed-cereal-treat-donuts/15129/" target="_blank">Puffed Cereal Treat Donuts</a>
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Raspberry Jelly Doughnuts

Always classic, and with this recipe, always delicious! A great treat for the family, backyard parties or get-togethers. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/raspberry-jelly-doughnuts/12762/" target="_blank">Anna Olson's Raspberry Jelly Doughnuts</a>
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Sugar and Spice Doughnuts

Just like your other favourite Hanukkah food (latkes), these sweet treats are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Plus, they're covered in an addictive sugar and apple pie spice mixture. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/sugar-and-spice-doughnuts/19406/" target="_blank">Sugar and Spice Doughnuts</a>
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Pretzel-Topped Chocolate Glazed Doughnuts

These cake-like chocolate doughnuts are dense and rich, with their sweetness is balanced by the addition of salted pretzel twists on top. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/pretzel-topped-chocolate-glazed-doughnuts/13383/" target="_blank">Anna Olson's Pretzel-Topped Chocolate Glazed Doughnuts</a>
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Nutella Doughnut

This beautiful treat is topped with a sweet praline glaze and oozing with creamy Nutella. Get the recipe for <a target="_blank" href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/nutella-doughnut/15137/">Nutella Doughnut</a>
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Sriracha Peanut Butter Crunch Donuts

If you love Sriracha, this doughnut is for you! This spicy treat starts with a Sriracha-spiced peanut butter glaze, topped with Sriracha peanut brittle, crushed pretzels and peanut butter chips, and finished with a chococolate drizzle. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/sriracha-peanut-butter-crunch-donuts/14910/">Sriracha Peanut Butter Crunch Donuts</a>
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Peppermint Patty Donut

For your next big dinner party, try your hand at these decadent, chocolate-glazed doughnuts, with a delicious surprise inside. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/peppermint-patty-donut/14846/" target="_blank">Peppermint Patty Donut</a>
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Carrot Cake Doughnuts with Cream Cheese Frosting

Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/carrot-cake-doughnuts-with-cream-cheese-frosting/13376/" target="_blank">Anna Olson's Carrot Cake Doughnuts with Cream Cheese Frosting</a>
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Magical Chocolate Tiger Donuts

Featuring a luxurious chocolate cake dough, passion fruit glaze, chocolate drizzle and multi-coloured sprinkles for a pop of colour, these vibrant treats can be served to kids and adults alike. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/magical-chocolate-tiger-donuts/14955/" target="_blank">Magical Chocolate Tiger Donuts</a>
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Root Beer Float Donut

All the fun and deliciousness of a root beet float in a glass, but in doughnut form. They're even finished with a cherry on top! Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/root-beer-float-donut/15004/" target="_blank">Root Beer Float Donut</a>
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Fried Chicken Skin Doughnuts with Maple Glaze

A fun and wacky dessert for a summertime party, these fried chicken skin doughnuts are contrasted with a sweet maple glaze. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/fried-chicken-skin-doughnuts-with-maple-glaze/15131/" target="_blank">Fried Chicken Skin Doughnuts with Maple Glaze</a>
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Buttermilk Old-Fashioned Donuts

Topped with icing made with Vahlrona chocolate (a premium French chocolate), these crunchy buttermilk doughnuts are definitely fit for a special occasion. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/buttermilk-old-fashioned-donuts/14714/" target="_blank">Buttermilk Old-Fashioned Donuts</a>
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Simple Homemade Timbits

Is there any food more representative of Canada than the Timbit? Filled with jam and topped with icing and sprinkles, these tiny balls of heaven can be made in your very own kitchen thanks to this simple recipe. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/baking/photos/frugal-fare-super-simple-homemade-timbits/" target="_blank">Simple Homemade Timbits</a>
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Peanut Butter & Jelly Doughnuts

Why settle for a regular jelly doughnut, when you can add a creamy peanut butter filling to the mix? Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/peanut-butter-and-jelly-doughnuts/13382/" target="_blank">Anna Olson's Peanut Butter & Jelly Doughnuts</a>
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Cherry Cake Doughnut with Pink Peppercorn Buttercream Icing

You read that right — this doughnut is cherry cake flavoured, and topped with pink peppercorn buttercream icing. Bring these two unexpected pink ingredients together and you might just fall in love. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cherry-cake-donut-with-pink-peppercorn-buttercream-icing/14805/">Cherry Cake Dougnut with Pink Peppercorn Buttercream Icing</a>
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Gulab Jamun (Indian Donuts)

Gulab Jamun is a traditional Indian dessert that is essentially deep-fried <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/entertaining/photos/party-worthy-doughnut-recipes/" target="_blank">doughnut</a> balls soaked in a spice-infused syrup. The warm flavours of cardamom, cloves and star anise balance the sweetness of the syrup, amounting to one delicious bite. Make extra, because you’re going to have a hard time limiting yourself to just one! Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/gulab-jabun-indian-donuts/11355/" target="_blank">Bal Arneson’s Gulab Jamun (Indian Donuts)</a>
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Amy's Triple Chocolate Bangers

A chocolate lover's dream, classic vanilla doughnuts are loaded up with dark chocolate glaze, and topped with chopped chocolate meringue and dark chocolate shavings. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/amys-triple-chocolate-bangers/14909/" target="_blank">Amy's Triple Chocolate Bangers</a>
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Gluten-Free Crullers

These light-as-air doughnuts are crisp on the outside with a soft and fluffy centre, and dusted with icing sugar for a whimsical presentation. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/gluten-free-crullers/13380/" target="_blank">Anna Olson's Gluten-Free Crullers</a>
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Turtle P.I. Doughtnut

This over-the-top doughnut is dipped in caramel, filled with a Kahlua ganache, and topped with brownie chunks, chopped pecans and chocolate fudge icing. If this isn't sinfully delicious I don't know what is. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/turtle-pi/14795/" target="_blank">Turtle P.I. Doughtnut</a>
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Toasted Coconut Doughnut Holes

Move over Tim Horton's — there's some coconut-flavoured, make-at-home treat coming your way! The heavy batter includes two fun surprises; lime juice and nutmeg. The coconut coating is crunchy and absolute perfection. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/toasted-coconut-doughnut-holes/13384/" target="_blank">Anna Olson's Toasted Coconut Doughnut Holes</a>
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Bananas Foster Donut

All the richness of classic bananas foster in a perfectly fried doughnut cut in half, filled with three banana slices, and drizzled with the rum topping and a dusting of powdered sugar. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/bananas-foster-donut/14944/" target="_blank">Bananas Foster Donut</a>
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Mini Doughnut Muffins

Yes, you can enjoy light and fluffy cinnamon sugar covered doughnuts without the risk of being splattered with hot oil. Made in muffin tins, these tiny bites bake up light and fluffy. Finish by rolling in that irresistible coating for scrumptious homemade doughnut holes.Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/mini-doughnut-muffins/20206/" target="_blank">The Pioneer Woman’s Mini Doughnut Muffins</a>
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Biscuit Doughnuts with Lemon Cream Filling

Fried biscuit dough is filled with smooth lemon cream and drizzled with blueberry sauce in these delicious doughnuts from Bobby Flay. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/biscuit-doughnuts-with-lemon-cream-filling-and-blueberry-sauce/19839/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Bobby Flay's Biscuit Doughnuts with Lemon Cream Filling and Blueberry Sauce</a>
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Mini Zeppole with Caramel Marsala Dipping Sauce

These irresistible mini Italian doughnuts are dusted with powdered sugar and served with a Marsala-infused caramel dipping sauce. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/mini-zeppole-with-caramel-marsala-dipping-sauce/19540/" target="_blank">Valerie Bertinelli's Mini Zeppole with Caramel Marsala Dipping Sauce</a>
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Brown Butter and Bourbon Maple-Glazed Doughnuts

Bound to make your mouth water in seconds, these brown butter-infused doughnuts are coated in a decadent maple syrup and bourbon glaze, then topped with toasted pecans for some delicious crunch. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/brown-butter-and-bourbon-maple-glazed-doughnuts/19158/" target="_blank">Bobby Flay's Brown Butter and Bourbon Maple-Glazed Doughnuts</a>
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15-Minute Churros

For those times you're really just craving a doughnut, opt for these baked cinnamon and sugar-coated churro bites served with warm caramel for dipping. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/15-minute-churros-with-caramel-sauce/18072/" target="_blank">15-Minute Churros with Caramel Sauce </a>
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Strawberry Cheesecake Sufganiyots

Sweet and savoury lovers will go wild for this traditional treat with a Canadian twist. Filled with strawberry jam and dusted with powdered sugar, once you take your first bite you'll be hit with a soft, creamy cheesecake custard, making it feel appropriate not just for the holidays, but any time of year. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/holidays/blog/must-make-strawberry-cheesecake-doughnuts-sufganiyots/" target="_blank">Strawberry Cheesecake Sufganiyots</a>
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Classic Glazed Doughnuts

Looking for a tasty brunch or tea time treat? Whip up a batch of these simple yet delicious vanilla glazed doughnuts right before guests arrive so the scent wafts through the air as they walk in the door. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/classic-glazed-doughnuts/13378/" target="_blank">Anna Olson's Classic Glazed Doughnuts</a>
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