Desert Donuts isn’t your typical donut shop; it’s a sugary background where creativity meets comfort food. Located in Denver, Colorado, Desert Donuts turns a simple morning pastry into a customizable masterpiece.
With different options to build your own donut, choose the glaze, toppings, and drizzle.
That being said, Desert Donuts also offers up to 62 cooked, fresh-to-order donuts, along with donut ice cream pies, donut protein bowls, biscuits and donuts, and fried chicken donuts. Desert Donuts also offers a full coffee selection of iced and hot.

For those with dietary restrictions, Desert Donuts goes the extra mile by offering a selection of gluten-free donuts that don’t compromise on flavor or texture.
In addition, these treats are made with alternative flours that keep them light and fluffy while still delivering the same donut sweetness.
When you walk into the location, the smell of sugary goodness greets you immediately. You are met with a choice of lines.
You can either move along on the right side building your donut as you go to “subway sandwich” style, or you can choose the other line where you choose from the very extensive menu of that previously described 62 options.
You write it on a colorful post-it notepad and present it to the donut master (I made that name myself). After you pay, you can follow them around to the design area. It is an open view, so you can watch as they make your donut right there!

When they call your name, you get your donut on a paper plate. It comes fresh out of the fryer, hot, and made to order. I have been to Desert Donuts multiple times, and the donut has met expectations every time.
It comes out hot. I choose to let it cool a bit before diving in. My treat of choice the last couple of times has been the cookie monster donut. The picture is included here. If you can get past the eyes watching you munch on it, it is a delight.
In the end, Desert Donuts isn’t your typical donut shop; they prove that even the simplest treat can be made into something even better, with a bit of creativity and care.
From their endless flavor combinations and thoughtful touches, such as gluten-free options, the shop delivers a new experience to every customer who walks in.
Lastly, whether you are craving a regular glazed donut or a fully loaded masterpiece, Desert Donuts offers something to satisfy both your taste buds and your imagination.
Desert Donuts stands out because it’s more than taste; it’s about creating something new.
Each donut you buy reflects the passion and innovation behind the counter. Inviting customers to explore flavors they never knew they loved. The welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and attention to detail make every visit memorable.
Ultimately, Desert Donuts transforms a classic comfort food into an artistic and customizable experience that keeps people coming back for more.


Max B. • Jan 30, 2026 at 1:03 pm
As someone with Celiacs, it is SO refreshing to see there is a donut shop that has gluten free donuts AND they are tasty?? I’m leaving right now to go check it out!!
jd • Dec 15, 2025 at 11:41 am
I have visited several times-love the treats..great having a gluten-free option that tastes fantastic–jd