A donut is a donut is a donut; some donuts, however, are better than others. And that’s why you need to go to CALIFORNIA DONUTS.

Aren’t they beautiful?!
I prefer California Donuts over any other donut because of what I like to call “The IN N OUT Factor.” You see, they may not be the best donuts in the world, BUT they are the BEST cheap option that’s also fast, convenient, open late, photographs well, and NEVER fails to deliver.
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BTW ~ I’ve started this tag on instagram: #DonutFriendshipClub
(go tag all your pics & join in on the fun!)

An intimate shot wth the California Donut
I love that California Donuts are only $1 for the pink sprinkle one. That one is my absolute favorite and I have no desire to get any other kind.
However, on top of the “classic donuts,” They also carry “specialty donuts” like Snickers, Oreo, and Gourmet-Topping Donuts for under $3 each. The other cool thing that is unique to California Donuts is you can order custom letters and numbers to spell cool things. Details to follow.
Here Are 7 Donut Tips That Will DEFINITELY Change Your Life
TIP 1: Customize It
Special Occasion coming up? Go to California Donuts and customize your order. But plan early, they typically need a week’s notice. You can learn more about that here on their website.

OH SNAP! Letters via California Donuts. Image via Studio DIY.
TIP 2: Holidays
The bakers at California Donuts are busy creating special holiday themed donuts on top of the year-round favorites. Yet another reason to keep coming back for more.

I got this Pink Heart Donut from California Donuts last Valentine’s Day.

Californa Donuts gave their famous Panda Oreo Donuts a Santa Hat for the Holiday Season!
TIP 3: Getting Iced Coffee? Top it off with a donut!
How cute is this?! If you’re looking for more Donut inspo, I highly recommend following @PineapplesandCoffeeCups on Instagram. She’s the one that gave me the idea. 😉 She also has a cute blog.
TIP 4: Embrace Diversity
I’m sure every city, town, or region has their own favorite hotspot for hot donuts. In Portland it was VooDoo Doughnut. In Scottsdale it’s Born & Glazed. In Austin it’s Gourdough’s. In New York it’s Donut Plant. And in Los Angeles, you actually have quite a few options. BUT Ignore all the others and go straight to California Donuts! You’ll love it.

Doughnut Plant’s famous square donuts in New York City. We couldn’t help ourselves and took a few bites before I snapped this pic.
HOWEVER, if you’re looking for a fun donut tasting tour in Los Angeles, you’ll also love these locations…
Studio DIY Made this gorgeous list of Donut Shops in LA ~ Read all about this BEST IN LA DONUT ROUNDUP HERE.

When you live in a city as beautiful and diverse as Los Angeles, I wouldn’t expect anything less. Click here to read The Guide to LA’s BEST DONUTS

These ARE SERIOUSLY the Best Donuts in LA. Image via Studio DIY.
A few from Studio DIY’s list that I’ve tried are DK’s Donuts (great for delivery), and Donut Friend (great for VEGANS!)
Not listed are also some of my favorites: Afters Ice Cream (Donuts stuffed with ice cream), and Blue Star Donuts (because they’re pretty. Showing here:

Blue Star Donut in Venice, California
I gotta admit, they’re ALL GOOD. But California Donuts is still the only place with $1 goods, and the #1 place in my heart.
#DonutFriendshipClub
TIP 5: Don’t live in California?!
Don’t forget about the very basic of all donut shops: Dunkin’ Donuts. More and more are sprouting up in LA, and although they’re a chain, I can’t be opposed to black coffee and donuts, so I welcome them all!

White Sprinkle Dunkin Donuts
TIP 6: Get Creative
Your donut fun doesn’t have to end at the shop. Take some home and make a mini-meal out of it! I topped mine with greek yogurt and berries to get some vitamins & nutrients in there.

A tasty way to eat day-after donuts
TIP 7: Spread The Good Word #DonutFriendshipClub
I’ve started a HASHTAG, I’m kindof excited about it so I’m mentioning it again. #DonutFriendshipClub
Have you ever been to California Donuts, or any other donuts mentions? What’s your favorite Donut Shop and why?! Share in the comments and tag me on your instagram! 🙂 #DONUTFRIENDSHIPCLUB!
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You’re so sweet! Thanks Keri ❤
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