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    Desert Donuts

    4.2 (38 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Rika M.

    Only a few minutes of short walk from my office in Highland Ranch stands a cute donut shop which, according to the lady who greeted me upon my arrival, said it opened about a year ago. I absolutely no clue about it. I guess I was today years old! They have a massive menu. To conquer everything on it will take a good few months. Not just donuts but coffees and even meals! This place is everything! This is a cook to order shop so your donut will always be freshly made. I like that! I needed at least a few minutes to comprehend the menu. The lady was so welcoming. She explained everything to me as to the rewards program etc. Since I was the only customer at the time I got her undue attention. I only needed one donut. After perusing the menu I set my eyes on 24. Caramel Latte. The guy in the open kitchen immediately started making my donut. What I noticed about the place is that it didn't smell like a typical donut shop (that sugary smell, you know what I'm talking about??). The shop is quite the size, very clean indeed. My donut didn't take too long to make. The kitchen guy called my name so I immediately opened the box to inspect it. Wow! My Caramel Latte ring looked so decadent with plenty of caramel syrup on top. As soon as I got back to the office I started my mid morning coffee time with the freshly cooked donut. And yes, it was quite decadent indeed! I am glad though that the size of it wasn't massive. Just the right amount of sweetness I needed for the late AM coffee break. I am not necessarily super avid about donuts in general but this place checks out for fun ambience, quality of food and service. There aren't many photos uploaded by people on Yelp just yet. My hope is that it's getting the needed attention and support from the local residents and businesses alike. If my team wants something sweet in the morning in the future and my boss is buying (lol!!) I will be sure to recommend this new business to her! What a colorful and sugary discovery!!

    Shelby S.

    Not ashamed to say that our family has been here well over twenty times since the first time. On a random date night my wife and I stopped by Deser Donuts. Nothing could have prepared us for the experience of freshly made donuts customized to our liking. This place is so creative, has so many fun flavors and truly some of the kindest staff I have ever encountered. Not to mention, my sister is gluten free and she loves them and her ability to still experience fun flavors, even with her restrictions. If you need a melt in your mouth delicacy look no further. From the classic cake, to cinnamon sugar and of course, my favorite a Gopher Gary - this place has my heart. And no, I don't have a lot of photos...they never make it long enough.

    Alaina H.

    You know, I was just saying that Highlands Ranch needs a cute little donut shop and then this little gem opens up. I say this with my whole heart, this was the best donut I've ever had. And I just had a simple glaze donut. I'm rethinking my entire life...like why did I go to nursing school when my true calling might be to make delicious donuts all day. One bite of this donut sparked a passion in me I didn't even know about. I'm ready to open up my own franchise (mentally ready, not financially ready...I probably don't have enough money for that). What a cool concept this place has...fresh donuts upon order. Wow wow wow. 10/10 would recommend. Go treat yourself and let me know if you feel the same way about this place...maybe we can be business partners

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    Too sweet, was looking for regular donuts. A lot of choices but they decorate each one after you order

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    Donuts are made fresh. They come out warm and then the toppings are applied. Great dessert! Donuts aren't huge but still well worth it.

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    Best donuts I've ever had!!! Fresh made to order donuts. So many choices. The staff were helpful and nice. We will definitely be back

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    7 months ago

    Desert donuts are overpriced and frankly not that special. There are much better choices, such as Mr Donut in Lone Tree.

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    10 months ago

    Expensive for the what you get, we had a party of 5 and our donuts were ready 15 minutes before our coffee.

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