*CELIAC / GLUTEN FREE REVIEW YUMMMM - the fried donuts here have such a wonderful texture and a delightful little crunch. The menu is insane, with lots of GF options marked with asterisk. There is a $1.50ish up charge for every GF donut which sucks, but they do take CC super seriously and have their own fryer and toppings they use, and will also switch gloves. My only piece of advice is go simple for at least one donut! There are lots of really cool fun flavors but the classic ones were some of the best we had. I did not get sick. read more

I know this is going to sound 100% lazy, but I usually to Desert Donuts while my partner is working out at the gym. But I'm going to cover myself by saying, it's because I usually have had labwork done at UCHealth and after fasting, you know you need food. The staff are always friendly and helpful. There are a lot of choices, so look at the menu with pictures and descriptions. Of course the staff can help you as well. It's always quite, clean, I've even worked in there while eating and drinking.. The last time I was there, they still had the candy cane donut. So good, but bad for the glucose. Lots of good choices, but I haven't worked up the courage to try the savory donuts yet. One day! read more

Desert Donuts - Candy Cane donut - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Highlands Ranch, Colorado

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!! read more

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We got the buckeye donut, the dough nut itself, solid. But the icing was kinda weak and the peanut butter center was not sweet, it was just peanut butter. I do not feel the need to go back. read more

The donuts were easily some of the freshest and most delicious I've ever had. I've never had a donut fall apart in my hands simply because it was that fresh, which was genuinely impressive. Unfortunately, the use of AI art around the shop took away from the experience of a small shop with heart and soul for me, so I can only give it 4 stars. read more

Customize your donut, best ever! Friendly service custom warm fresh donuts with gluten free option. Cookie Monster donuts with pink or blue frosting perfect from niece and nephew! Quiet area with easy access read more

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. read more

Desert Donuts - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Highlands Ranch, Colorado

Had a drip coffee, was very weak! Donut was not cooked in the middle! Staff were friendly. Good concept, made to order donuts. Would not recommend. read more

I have celiacs disease and these gluten free doughnuts brought me to tears thank you dessert donuts for creating something I never thought I could have again! read more

I had a good experience. It was a nice place. The ambiance was super nice and was well organized. The service was nice. The food was good. They are definitely not eat in the car donuts they are good for eating there or at home. I would like to go back and try more donuts read more

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 read more

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Was really excited to try this place. Tried their Elvis. It was fresh but it was little more than a little cake. I get prices are high but $4.50 is way too high IMHO. I may return for a special occasion but that's about it. read more

Pretty good donut experience. The store is clean and inviting. The donuts are freshly topped and made. The donuts are pretty tasty and the kids all enjoyed them. The staff was friendly and explained their donut making process. For the price of freshly made donuts the prices were within the range of my expectations (29.95) for a dozen. Will be dropping by again when I have a the craving for a donut. read more

We eat a lot of donuts and this is easily the best donut we've ever had. Fresh, made to order donuts with an astronomical number of options for toppings. Honestly a perfect donut. The economical way to order is a half dozen and get all the loaded up flavors from the "Divine" and "Dynamite" menus. The young lady working was also very welcoming and helpful. There are booths and tables so you can eat the donuts hot. Very clean and fun orange and teal colors for the decor. Please visit and give some business so we can keep this gem in Highlands Ranch! read more

Desert Donuts - S'mores, bacon blast, Dottie, and caramel latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Highlands Ranch, Colorado

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This isn't a donut shop. This is a fancy way to rip people off. You stand there and wait for them to make your donuts. They charge you $3-4 dollars per donut with just chocolate frosting on it. It was almost $8 for 2 donuts. I will say they are hot and that might be the whole thing they are going for. This place would be good for little children. Not for the rest of us. Staff was great. read more

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.

What can I say? They serve fresh, hot donuts made to order that are DELICIOUS. And if you're worried that these won't keep if you don't eat them immediately, think again. A few seconds in the microwave and they are as good as day 1. read more

I ordered one single donut for $3.25. It was so tiny and did not taste good at all! The guy who made my donut put his gloves on then kept touching everything- his pants (that were sagging) never again. read more

Gluten free options are delicious!! Best gluten free donuts I've had in Denver and great customer service! I've tried just about every other donut place for gluten free this is top tier read more

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

Amazing customer service from Broden and Nolan helped a ton! They made great donuts and the place was super cool to watch the donuts get made freshly! Definitely would come back here. read more

We purchased gluten free donuts of several flavors. They were a light cake donut with a nice crunch from the fryer. These donuts are truly works of art and beautifully presented. The best part was the manager and crew were VERY appreciative of our purchase and thanked us many times for stopping by. Thank you for the gluten free offerings. read more

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

These were delicious donuts, hot, and fresh literally made to order. They are so soft and melt in your mouth. The staff was friendly and helped us navigate the menu. It is pretty self-explanatory. Once you get the hang of it just have a lot of toppings which I like. Very welcoming environment also clean and organized. read more

Desert donuts is amazing. Not only do they have over 60 flavors made to order, they have 31 gluten free options. And these gluten free donuts don't just taste like dense bread in the shape of a donut, they taste fluffy and delicious. The service is incredible and they are open late in case you have a night craving! Highly recommend and hope they stay in highlands ranch for a long time. read more

Wow! This place is a hidden gem! Homemade donuts made right in front of you! They're so warm and delicious I can't even begin to explain! You can choose from so many it's almost intimidating! They also have coffee, ice cream and cream pies! read more

Desert Donuts - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Highlands Ranch, Colorado

I really wanted to love these, with all of the fun flavor combinations and options. And I always prefer a cake donut to a yeast donut so I was sure these would be my new go-to. Today I tried the strawberry iced and Bavarian cream donuts. Sadly, the oil the donuts are fried in left an unpleasant aftertaste (maybe it needs to be changed more often, or try a different kind?) and in my opinion the donuts and their toppings weren't quite sweet enough--this again may be due to the overpowering oil flavor. So I guess I will save the calories for something else. read more

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

Great concept! Fresh hot doughnuts. Made to order. Cons Tiny little doughnuts, outrageous prices. read more

Had the BEST experience with Justin at Desert Donuts in highlands ranch and his amazing team! With two days notice-due to unforeseen circumstances on our part--we ordered 150 donuts and coffee for all the staff and teachers at our kids school. Justins team-smiling and working diligently the whole time put together an amazing, allergy friendly spread. They even came in early on a Monday to make sure it was ready to be picked up so we could deliver before teachers had to pick up their students! Will 100% be working with him and his team again! read more

Just tried the Desert Donuts, what a treat! Yummy treats and so many choices! Service was cheery and helpful and such a cute place. Stop by and try this place next time you're craving something sweet. read more

Desert Donuts - Maple, The Beast (bacon), Strawberries/cookie cream and Apple - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Highlands Ranch, Colorado

These donuts are so amazing! The gluten free ones healed my heart so much as I haven't been able to have donuts in years. My sister also loved the regular ones as well! read more

Desert Donuts - Two gluten free donuts - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Highlands Ranch, Colorado

The place is cool. Clean, neat, tidy. The service is spectacular. The doubts are good. The ones I ordered were a bit too sweet for my taste but next time I'll order different. Overall great experience. I'll be back. read more

Awesome donuts! The manager greeted me as I walked in and was super kind and helped us understand the menu and how everything works. Great place. read more

Most amazing, made to order donuts! A little crispy on the outside and perfectly fluffy on the inside. Gluten free? Their GF donuts are incredible, too! And their savory donut bowls will blow your mind. Soooo good. read more