When you think of Northern California, do you think of donuts? You should. We may be one of the most health conscious parts of the world, but even we know when to push aside the granola and kale for something warm and delicious. You may love your Krispy Kreme or Dunkin’ Donuts, but we LOVE our mom and pop donuts shops!
Donuts shout childhood for me. Saturday mornings meant dad would let mom sleep in and take his three little girls out for donuts. I’ve tried donuts all over the country and still believe my childhood donut shop beats them all. Lucky for you, I included it in this list!
- Hilltop Donuts - Marysville
flickr/emily carlin Do you enjoy your donuts warm? Then you MUST get your donuts holes here. It says a lot when these little balls of love are still glowing when you bring them home.
- Rainbow Orchard, Apple HIll
flickr/mswine Ever had an apple cider donut? If not, then you’re definitely missing out. Rainbow Orchards is in Camino off of HWY 50 in an area called “Apple Hill.” I’ll meet you there.
- Donut House, Redding
flickr/lyda t. Donut House is known for their ahhhmazing creme filled donuts. A fixture in Redding, we know they’re anxiously awaiting the new store to open, open, open!
- Donut Nook, Chico
flickr/adrian l. This shop is famous for their chocolate chip squares, a donut with chocolate chips (duh!), maple frosting and a whole lot of deliciousness.
- Maple Leaf Donuts, Los Gatos
flickr/marcel t. This donut may appear larger in person than in this image. Apples are stuffed inside the bear sized claw here. Heaven!
- World’s Fare, Hayward
yelp/j realis n. Numero uno, in my book. They’re incredibly huge, more dense than your average donut and the glaze is thicker and more amazing than any other donut shop, period. The end.
- Dynamo Donut & Coffee, San Francisco
yelp/ann s. Maple Bacon Donut, anyone? Known for their creativity, this donut shop doesn’t disappoint. Who would think salt and sweet on a cloud of yum would work? They’re gifted here.
- Star Donuts, Jackson
yelp/star donuts These may be some of the best cake donuts around. But if you’re more of a jelly lover, then you’ll want to come by on your way to work, or after.
9 Jasmine Donuts, Rocklin
yelp/aimee a. This photo says it all. Creme-filled donuts may just be the 9th wonder of the world. Have you had one? I want one.
- Java Time Donuts, Elk Grove
yelp/chris l. Your favorite cereal on a donut is phenomenal. Who knew? Two scoops plus some glazing are a marriage made in donut-paradise.
- Heavenly Donuts, Cameron Park
flickr/laurel kate sittig Located incredibly close to schools and a freeway entrance, there’s no reason moms and kids close by can’t come and enjoy this amazing place. (My kids’ favorite donut shop.) If you love supporting a mom & pop shop, here you go!
- Christy Donuts, San Jose
yelp/linda n. A custard-filled donut hole? What the what!?!
- Blue Pantry Donuts, Yuba City
yelp/linda k. Family owned business. Check. Friendly customer service. Check. Creatively done and delicious donuts. Check!
- Baker Ben’s Donuts, Roseville
yelp/karey r. What is this beauty? It’s a glazed tortilla with cherry filling. Brings a tear to your eye, doesn’t it?
Who doesn’t love an amazing donut? Eating these treats is like eating childhood memories. Where is your favorite donut shop? Share your favorite donut with all of us!
flickr/emily carlin
Do you enjoy your donuts warm? Then you MUST get your donuts holes here. It says a lot when these little balls of love are still glowing when you bring them home.
flickr/mswine
Ever had an apple cider donut? If not, then you’re definitely missing out. Rainbow Orchards is in Camino off of HWY 50 in an area called “Apple Hill.” I’ll meet you there.
flickr/lyda t.
Donut House is known for their ahhhmazing creme filled donuts. A fixture in Redding, we know they’re anxiously awaiting the new store to open, open, open!
flickr/adrian l.
This shop is famous for their chocolate chip squares, a donut with chocolate chips (duh!), maple frosting and a whole lot of deliciousness.
flickr/marcel t.
This donut may appear larger in person than in this image. Apples are stuffed inside the bear sized claw here. Heaven!
yelp/j realis n.
Numero uno, in my book. They’re incredibly huge, more dense than your average donut and the glaze is thicker and more amazing than any other donut shop, period. The end.
yelp/ann s.
Maple Bacon Donut, anyone? Known for their creativity, this donut shop doesn’t disappoint. Who would think salt and sweet on a cloud of yum would work? They’re gifted here.
yelp/star donuts
These may be some of the best cake donuts around. But if you’re more of a jelly lover, then you’ll want to come by on your way to work, or after.
yelp/aimee a.
This photo says it all. Creme-filled donuts may just be the 9th wonder of the world. Have you had one? I want one.
yelp/chris l.
Your favorite cereal on a donut is phenomenal. Who knew? Two scoops plus some glazing are a marriage made in donut-paradise.
flickr/laurel kate sittig
Located incredibly close to schools and a freeway entrance, there’s no reason moms and kids close by can’t come and enjoy this amazing place. (My kids’ favorite donut shop.) If you love supporting a mom & pop shop, here you go!
yelp/linda n.
A custard-filled donut hole? What the what!?!
yelp/linda k.
Family owned business. Check. Friendly customer service. Check. Creatively done and delicious donuts. Check!
yelp/karey r.
What is this beauty? It’s a glazed tortilla with cherry filling. Brings a tear to your eye, doesn’t it?
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