When it comes to who makes the very best glazed donuts in Alabama, the claims can be contested as hotly as a dozen fresh out of the fryer. A long-time best-donut title taker, Cothran’s Bakery, began in Gadsden as a Shipley Do-Nuts franchise in 1962 and operated as such until 1994. It was then that the bakery rebranded to become Cothran’s and has since opened a second location in Boaz.

While you may recognize a familiar shape to the sign, the bakery team jazzed up the donut with chocolate and sprinkles.
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Cothran’s is a full-service bakery that’s known for spectacular cakes, cookies, and more. You’ll want to research further to see some of the custom special occasion treats the bakers have created.
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But today we’re talking about the best glazed donuts in Alabama. They’re Cothran’s specialty and helped build a customer base that craves and raves over them. What makes them that way? The bakery’s team says it’s the special ingredients of 100% love and kindness.
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Beyond the donuts and their loyal following, Cothran’s leadership credits the bakery’s dedicated staff for the business’s many years of success.

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Yes, there are donut holes that taste just as delicious. These are a smart choice If you’re controlling your portions or just think eating them this way is more fun.
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Remember: Approximately four donut holes equals one donut. We won’t be held responsible for what happens after your first bite of either.
You literally get a twist on the traditional glazed donut with another customer favorite, Cothran’s glazed cinnamon twists. Also as the name implies, these have a different flavor profile with the addition of cinnamon.
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Have you ever wanted to order “cake but make it donuts”? Done and done.
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Some customers love Cothran’s glazed donuts so much that they prefer them as much as a wedding cake on their special day.

You can make your visit to Cothran’s Bakery a zero-guilt indulgence by erasing the calories with a hike nearby at the stunning Noccalula Falls, which is about 4.5 miles northwest. You can choose from several easy-to-moderate trails in Noccalula Park. 

Visit the Cothran’s Bakery website for both locations’ hours and the Cothran’s Bakery Facebook page for more photos and the latest news.

Have you tried Cothran’s Bakery? Would you agree it has the best glazed donuts in Alabama? Let us know your favorite.

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Cothran's Bakery, 440 George Wallace Dr, Gadsden, AL 35903, USA