7 spots for delicious donuts in Asheville

You donut want to miss out on these treats.

Six donuts from vortex doughnuts in a box sitting on a rock outside.

Take your pick, from fig glaze + candied bacon to rainbow sprinkle.

We love donuts a hole lot, so in honor of National Donut Day today, we have some sweet recommendations for finding the fluffy, fresh treats here in Asheville.

New Moon Donuts | Location varies, Asheville | This new food truck from the folks at Tahini Jar serves up delectable vegan cake donuts — follow them on Instagram to see where they pop up next.

Vortex Doughnuts | 32 Banks Ave., Ste. 106, Asheville | This shop has been open for ~10 years, offering classic confections and unique flavors daily (including vegan and gluten-free options).

Ava’s Donuts | 26 Carl Alwin Pl., Asheville | This small, family-owned Biltmore Park bakery has it all, from yeast to cake to filled-to-order donuts.

Stay Glazed Donuts and Cafe | 22 S. Pack Square, Asheville | Swing by for a chewy mochi donut, which pairs perfectly with one of their boba teas.

Hole Doughnuts | 168 Haywood Rd., Asheville | A favorite of Ashevillians and donut lovers nationwide, the shop recently changed its hours to be open on Mondays too.

The Rabbit Hole | 9 State St., Asheville | Treat yourself to one (or two, preferably) freshly baked donuts from the bakery behind Sunny Point Cafe.

Duck Donuts | 182 Merrimon Ave., Asheville | Started in the Outer Banks’ Duck, NC, this locally-owned shop features warm, fresh, made-to-order donuts and even donut breakfast sandwiches.

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