Christmas Doughnuts are the sweetest way to start your holiday mornings!
Whether you’re planning a festive brunch, a cozy Christmas morning breakfast, or just craving something sweet and fun, these doughnuts bring all the merry vibes.
From classic flavors with a holiday twist to creative decorating ideas, you’ll find plenty of inspiration to make your kitchen smell like pure Christmas magic.
Keep reading for easy, delicious ways to turn simple doughnuts into show-stopping Christmas desserts everyone will love.
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Christmas Donut Flavors
Here are some festive favorites everyone will love:
Peppermint Mocha
Gingerbread
Eggnog Glazed
Cranberry Orange
Hot Cocoa
Maple Pecan
Sugar Cookie
Red Velvet
Cinnamon Roll
White Chocolate Peppermint
Christmas Donut Decorating Ideas
Turn plain donuts into holiday showstoppers:
Add red, green, and white sprinkles for a quick festive touch
Drizzle white chocolate and top with crushed candy canes
Use green frosting to make wreath or Christmas tree designs
Dip donuts in red glaze and add mini M&M “ornaments”
Create snowmen faces with icing and chocolate chips
Dust powdered sugar over chocolate glaze for a “snowy” look
Add edible gold stars or shimmer for sparkle
These easy ideas make any donut spread look merry, bright, and perfect for gifting or parties!
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If you love peppermint mocha lattes, you’ll swoon over these donuts! Chocolatey, minty, and perfectly festive, they’re a fun twist on your favorite holiday drink in dessert form.
These baked eggnog donuts are soft, fluffy, and full of warm holiday flavor! Topped with a sweet eggnog glaze, they’re the perfect treat for Christmas morning or any cozy winter breakfast.
Bring the taste of Christmas to your kitchen with these gingerbread donuts rolled in cinnamon sugar. Each bite is packed with cozy spices and that nostalgic holiday flavor everyone loves.
Turn ordinary donuts into a show-stopping centerpiece with this donut Christmas tree! It’s an easy, eye-catching dessert idea that doubles as a fun holiday party display.
These baked donuts are light, fluffy, and dipped in creamy white chocolate with a sprinkle of crushed candy canes. A must-try treat for peppermint lovers!
Rich, soft, and topped with a sweet glaze, these red velvet donuts are a stunning holiday favorite. Perfect for brunch, dessert, or a festive snack with coffee!
Double up on red velvet goodness with these ultra-soft donuts topped with crunchy cake crumbles. They’re as beautiful as they are delicious — perfect for holiday gatherings!
These sugar cookie donuts combine two favorites into one irresistible holiday treat. With buttery vanilla flavor and a festive glaze, they’re perfect for cookie swaps or Christmas brunch.
Gingerbread Frosted Cream Cheese and Gingerbread Cookie Crumbs
Soft, spiced donuts topped with rich cream cheese frosting and crumbled gingerbread cookies — this recipe is pure holiday comfort! Every bite tastes like Christmas in dessert form.
Turn simple donut holes into adorable Rudolph treats with just a few fun toppings! They’re perfect for kids, parties, or school celebrations during the holidays.
Festive, colorful, and full of holiday spirit — these Christmas donuts are a must for your holiday dessert table. Easy to decorate and even easier to enjoy!
Inspired by the classic Puerto Rican holiday drink, these Coquito donuts are infused with creamy coconut and warm rum flavor. They’re tropical, festive, and absolutely delicious!
Get creative in the kitchen with six fun and festive Christmas donut designs! From reindeer to snowmen, these easy decorating ideas are perfect for family baking days.
These baked cinnamon roll donuts are everything you love about a cinnamon roll — soft, buttery, and coated in glaze — in a quick, easy-to-make donut form.
Made with fresh apples and rolled in cinnamon sugar, these baked apple donuts taste like fall and Christmas combined. Perfect for cozy mornings or holiday brunch!
Bright, zesty, and festive, these cranberry orange donuts are a holiday favorite. The orange ginger glaze adds a fresh, seasonal touch that’s perfect for winter mornings.
Reesa Lewandowski is the creator of Momma Lew, a New Jersey-based food blog where she shares easy, family-friendly recipes inspired by everyday life. A mom of two teenagers and a self-taught cook and baker, Reesa has spent over a decade developing simple, approachable meals—from quick weeknight dinners to festive desserts—all tested in her own kitchen. Her recipes focus on comfort food with a modern twist, seasonal favorites, and stress-free baking. Drawing inspiration from her Jersey roots, Reesa’s goal is to help busy families enjoy delicious meals without the fuss.
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