Crudely-Shaped Donuts, Katrina Pieces Can Only Be Found At The TatoNut Donut Shop In Mississippi

The TatoNut Donut Shop is often touted as the home of "the only real donut," but that’s not its only claim to fame. It’s also the only place you’ll find Katrina Pieces, which are oddly shaped donuts. Invented out of necessity, the sweet creations quickly caught on and are now a staple on the shop’s menu. Read on to learn more about these palate-pleasing pastries.

Among the charming shops and eateries that fill downtown Ocean Springs, you’ll find The TatoNut Donut Shop.

Not hard to find, simply keep your eyes peeled for the little yellow building, which commonly has a line extended out the door and around the building.

A longtime favorite, the TatoNut Donut Shop has been tantalizing taste buds since opening in 1960.

The TatoNut Donut Shop claims to be the “home of the only real donut.” So, what sets the shop’s donuts apart from others?

They’re made with potato flour (hence the shop’s name), which results in exceptionally fluffy donuts.

Of all the donuts and pastries that fill the display case, there’s one that’s sure to catch your eye – and that’s the Katrina Pieces, which are basically freeform donuts that come glazed or frosted with chocolate.

Signage posted within the shop explains the story behind the crudely-shaped donuts and just how they were developed. In short, they were invented after Hurricane Katrina, when supplies were scarce.

Once business returned to normal, customers kept asking for the Katrina Pieces, so TatoNut Donut Shop kept on making ‘em.

And while they may not be the prettiest pastries in the display case, they’re sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

So, are you ready to plan a visit to this quaint coastal donut shop?

For more information, call TatoNut Donut Shop at (228) 872-2076. You can also visit the TatoNut Donut Shop website or Facebook page.

So, did you know about TatoNut Donut Shop? Have you visited? Ever tried the Katrina Pieces? If so, what’d you think? Tell us in the comments section.

This isn’t the state’s only must-visit sweet shop. Read about another here.