There are a lot of things to consider when you arrive at Hiland Bakery. Sprinkles? Glazed? Frosted? But don’t worry too much over the details in this wonderful little bakery – everything in this donut case is delicious.

In fact, the bakery was recently named the best doughnut maker in the state by an editor of Food & Wine Magazine. Hiland bakery has a long history in Iowa and it makes some pretty incredible pastries. Read on to see why this bakery is a must-visit.

The shop opened in 1946 and was owned by the Martinson family for decades.
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In 2019, it appeared the days of the Hiland donut were sadly over, when the business closed. It left a big donut hole in the hearts of its fans. Thankfully, the closure was brief. The shop was reopened by Tracy Adamson, a bakery pro, and Hiland fans were back in business.
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If you have your heart set on a particular donut, you might want to get to the shop early - they often sell out. When you see a case like this, you'll know why you set the alarm clock.
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Everything is made from scratch and the shop has incredible attention to detail.
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While the donuts have a huge following, there are a lot of other things to love at Hiland. The bakery makes wonderful cookies, bars and layer cakes.
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Hiland also has some savory options like soups and sandwiches and it serves out-of-this-world specialty drinks, like its white chocolate mocha.
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While customers rave about the food at Hiland, they also give the service very high marks. Pay the store a visit and let them help you discover the best donuts in Iowa.
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Hiland Bakery opens at 5am, Tuesday-Sunday and can sometimes draw a small crowd before the sun rises. Join the early birds and enjoy the best breakfast in Des Moines! Now that you have breakfast covered, here’s where to go for lunch.

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