Donuts are not only delicious, but they also have some interesting and fun facts associated with them. Let’s explore some surprising facts about donuts that you might not know!

Donuts and Their Holes

Did you know that the hole in the center of the donut is not just for looks? It actually helps the donut cook more evenly. Before donuts had holes, the centers often ended up raw while the edges were cooked.

The First Donut Machine

The first automatic donut machine was invented by Adolph Levitt in 1920. This invention made it easier to produce donuts quickly and consistently, leading to the popularity of donuts in the United States.

Record-Breaking Donuts

The largest donut ever made weighed 1.7 tons (about 1.5 metric tonnes) and had a diameter of over 4 meters (13 feet). It was created in New York in 1993 and was jelly-filled!

National Donut Day

National Donut Day was established in 1938 by The Salvation Army to honor the “Doughnut Lassies” who served donuts to soldiers during World War I. It is celebrated on the first Friday of June each year in the United States.

Donut Varieties

There are countless varieties of donuts around the world, each with its unique flavors and fillings. From classic glazed donuts to filled ones like Boston cream and jelly donuts, there’s a donut for everyone to enjoy.

Donuts in Space

In 2005, Krispy Kreme sent their famous glazed donuts into space with the crew of the Space Shuttle Discovery. This made donuts one of the few sweet treats to have traveled to space!

Donuts are more than just a tasty treat—they have a rich history and some fun facts that make them even more interesting. Download our free coloring sheet to learn more about these fun donut facts and enjoy coloring as you go!