Take The New Orleans Donut Trail For A Delightfully Delicious Day Trip

Sure, New Orleans may be known for beignets, but we have some super tasty donut shops, too. Next time your sweet tooth hits, consider taking this epic donut trail for a sugar rush that will make you feel like a kid again.

1. District Donuts

At District Donuts, everything is made from scratch—even the sprinkles! They feature seven different donuts every day, so you’ll have to come back again and again to try them all. Don’t worry through, they’ll always have the classics: glazed, chocolate glazed, and cinnamon sugar. 2209 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70130, 5637 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70115, and 527 Harrison Ave., New Orleans, LA 70124.

2. The Buttermilk Drop

Opened in 2008, The Buttermilk Drop not only has some of the most amazing donuts, but their hot plates are equally amazing. Tiny but mighty, this little hidden gem is worthy of your time, and you’ll fall in love after just one bite. 1781 N. Dorgenois St, New Orleans, Louisiana 70119.

3. Sweet Things - CLOSED

Editor's note: Unfortunately, this bakery is no longer open.This family donut shop is open 24 hours, so no matter when your sweet tooth hits, you can still grab a delicious donut. 1011 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie, Louisiana 70005.

4. Bakers Dozen

This amazing little bakery has been around since 1993, and it’s time you tried one of their incredible donuts. When you buy a dozen, you’ll get one for free, and everyone loves a bargain, right? 3305 Jefferson Hwy, Jefferson, Louisiana 70121.

5. Blue Dot Donuts

Established in 2011, Blue Dot Donuts is the brainchild of NOPD officers Brandon Singleton, Dennis Giblant, and Ronnie Laporte. In 2017, Zach Menicucci-Foster purchased the shop and continues to bake some of the tastiest donuts in the city. 4301 Canal St., New Orleans, LA 70119.

Where's your favorite place to grab a donut? Let us know in the comments below!