What are the top ten best doughnut places in the world?

Detective Pux here, with a question that's sure to make your mouth water: what are the top ten best doughnut places in the world? Now, before we get started, let me just say that I take my doughnuts very seriously. I've done extensive research (and taste-testing) to bring you this list of the very best doughnut spots around the globe.

So, without further ado, here are the top ten best doughnut places in the world:

  1. Voodoo Doughnut - Portland, Oregon, USA This quirky doughnut shop is known for its wild and wacky creations, like the bacon maple bar and the Captain Crunch doughnut. And let's not forget their signature pink boxes that have become a coveted souvenir for visitors.

  2. Krispy Kreme - Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA This classic doughnut chain has been around since 1937 and has become a household name for doughnut lovers worldwide. Their signature Original Glazed doughnut is a must-try for any doughnut aficionado.

  3. Doughnut Plant - New York City, New York, USA This artisanal doughnut shop prides itself on using high-quality, all-natural ingredients to create their unique flavors, like the Tres Leches and the Peanut Butter & Blackberry Jam.

  4. Cartems Donuterie - Vancouver, Canada This Canadian gem offers creative, gourmet doughnuts that are made fresh daily using locally sourced ingredients. Their Earl Grey and London Fog flavors are a must-try.

  5. Holy Donut - Portland, Maine, USA This shop has gained a cult following for their unique potato-based doughnuts, which make for a denser, more flavorful treat. Their Dark Chocolate Sea Salt doughnut is an absolute must-try.

  6. Crosstown Doughnuts - London, England This British doughnut shop is known for their artisanal, handcrafted creations, like the Matcha Tea and Chocolate Truffle flavors. They even offer vegan and gluten-free options for those with dietary restrictions.

  7. Bomboloni - Florence, Italy This Italian bakery specializes in bomboloni, which are essentially the Italian version of doughnuts. These fried, fluffy pillows of dough come filled with sweet, creamy goodness like Nutella and pastry cream.

  8. Top Pot Doughnuts - Seattle, Washington, USA This Seattle staple offers classic doughnuts with a twist, like the Pink Feather Boa and the Maple Bar with Bacon. They even have their own coffee roastery, so you can enjoy a perfect cup of joe with your doughnut.

  9. Dough - Brooklyn, New York, USA This Brooklyn-based bakery offers doughnuts that are both beautiful and delicious, with unique flavors like Hibiscus and Passionfruit.

  10. Brewnuts - Cleveland, Ohio, USA This brewery and doughnut shop combo is a match made in heaven. Their doughnuts are made fresh daily and come in flavors like Maple Bacon and PB&J.

So there you have it, folks – the top ten best doughnut places in the world. Of course, this list is by no means exhaustive, and there are plenty of other amazing doughnut shops out there waiting to be discovered. But for now, I'll leave you with this question: how many of these doughnut spots have you visited, and which ones are next on your list?