Has been our go-to local spot for years! Fresh made goodness in minutes! Never had a bad snack from Herr even when they switched owners! read more

We were in the area camping at Lake Pleasant and decided to make a foray into town to get some dinner and groceries and saw this little shop. I had seen it on Yelp and at first glance I thought it was a place where you could choose your donut batter and they'd make it fresh for you. I was wrong! Upon entering our family of 5 was very enthusiastically greeted by a young girl (we later found out she was the owner's daughter), who proceeded to give us a tour of their ordering process and answered any questions I had. Turns out that all their donuts are vanilla cake donuts (I'm actually not a fan of that kind--but wait! I'm not done...) and the variety is in the variations of toppings, not in the donut batter like I'd thought. And man, they have it (almost) all! We were going to just get one for each of us, but then it turns out we were there on their Dads for Donuts day--50% all donuts with dad present. So we opted to get 2 for each person, with the intention of one now one later. Ordered 8 donuts for 4 of us, and my youngest isn't a donut fan so he ordered a single scoop of ice cream in a waffle cone. His order was made first and it was very impressive in size, so much so that he offered to share with us (and he never does that)! In the meantime, we had to wait a little while as they put together our 8 and to be honest, I wasn't having high hopes. The donuts by themselves weren't very impressive looking and assemblage looked meh. When she gave us our boxes I was pleasantly surprised to feel warm bottoms, and when we got into our car to enjoy the donuts, they looked really good. Then I bit into mine and wow... it was REALLY good!!! The donut was very soft and moist on the inside with a lightly crisp exterior. And the pleasant thing is that the donuts themselves are not overly sweet, which is a nice balance to the toppings. The rest of the family agreed that the donuts were good; some a little too sweet while others just right. Definitely would come back if we're ever up in this corner again. In fact, I might order a plain donut just to savor the simplicity of it! read more

Absolutely incredible donuts. Best I've ever had in my life and I still can't believe that they were made fresh to order. UNREAL! Lemon Raspberry and Oreo were my fav but honestly you can't go wrong with any of them. The people working there were so nice and I will be back as soon as humanly possible. Thank you!! read more

Desert Donuts - Maple, Oreo, Chocolate, Lemon Raspberry, Fluffernutter, S'more - Donuts Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Me and my husband were craving donuts ! We came to this amazing place , we had the best service and the inside is very clean. We got 4 donuts and it was so good we even ordered an extra one to split ! I highly recommend, the donuts were nice and warm. read more

Desert Donuts - Donuts Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

What a fun place to get the freshest, EXACT donut you're craving! The base cake donut is not dropped into the oil until the moment you order. There are about 60 flavor combos on the wall to choose from or you can design your own! Warm donuts are dropped into the frosting of choice and spun to coat. Then dipped into toppings or squeezed with a sauce. Hard to describe but I promise your donuts will be fresh, warm and delicious! We had the Snickers (caramel icing plus chocolate sauce and crushed peanuts), PB & J, Maple Bacon, Cookie Monster (blueberry icing plus crushed Oreos). Can't believe I didn't take any pictures...was in a hurry to eat them! Guessing the two guys working there are the owners...quite friendly. Check out Desert Donuts read more

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Great concept with fresh donuts made to order. They ice your donut right in front of you while the do is still warm. Service was on point and the ambiance is fun, perfect for the kiddos. read more

Today was my first time coming in. I've NEVER seen. Custom donut shop before. There are sooooo many different flavors and toppings that can all be mixed and matched to make whatever you want. We ordered six and each one was so incredible!!! The owner threw in two extra since she felt they were a bit smaller than usual.. talk about quality. She was also so kind and patient while explaining how the menu works. We had a chance to chit chat with her and really liked her vibe. We will definitely be back. I downloaded the app for the loyalty reward program right away. If you haven't been to this spot definitely go! Oh and also the coffee is delicious!! read more

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Walked in looking for something sweet to eat while in town. The employees recommended their favorites and their selection was not wrong. These donuts are something else. Fresh made to order and come out piping hot. The flavors were on point and not overly sweet. If you are in the area, 10/10 recommend you try them out! read more

Desert Donuts - Oreo Donut, Caramel latte donut, muddy buddy donut. - Donuts Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

So excited for breakfast! Amazing breakfast bowl on top of a donut! Sweet and savory heaven! The guys making the donuts were great too. Cute spot just off of I17 and carefree highway. These babies are made to order. read more

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Fun place for kids with creative flavors and options. It is pricey though. And the donuts don't keep as well as others. Best to enjoy at the store read more

Delicious donuts, friendly service, very reasonable prices. 10/10 Definitely recommend read more

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it is cool to see the process of them making them but the donuts are extremely small not even good my bf and i got a half dozen we couldnt even finish one and almost $30 for a half dozen is insane!!! and on top of that they try and tell is there better then sweetheart donuts, not even close sweethearts is a small business and even tho they dont make them fresh when you order but they make them fresh each morning and will always taste better then whatever garbage we had at dessert donuts also to mention sweethearts prices i can get a half dozen for under 10 bucks. desert donuts is to cocky maybe yall should try your donuts before making comments on other businesses read more

Delicious donuts, always fresh and staff is super friendly! Cute little shop and love to support a small business. read more

Desert Donuts - Donuts Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Donuts and Hot sauce! Yes, you heard it! Some fire with the sweets. "If your brave enough to say goodbye, life will reward you with a new hello." Brand new clean slate here for me. A chance for something new, new attempts at life . We're starting new chapters along our journey. From Vegas to Phoenix, work has brought a new opportunity for me. The deal was so sweet that here I am. This is a temporary assignment for me here in Arizona and a girl is used to a certain "standard of donuts." Trying to find the perfect donut place in a sea of holes is how we crossed paths. New place, trying to navigate a new life. I feel like I'm in a foreign country. After making my way from the truck to the front door, a blast of warmth grabs those that will wander. When I pulled back the front door a gentleman stood behind the counter. We made eye contact and exchanged spectacular vibes at just a fleeting glance. Happy starts with the right feeing, I know I'm in the right spot for over the top donuts. "Get your happy on." This is the business motto for epic achievements. Let us fulfill all your coffee and donuts dreams. If you can think it we can make it. Help the staff here achieve your wishes when it comes to donuts concoction. Pile the toppings on as high as they will go. The process all starts with a glazed donut. Then it is frosted with your favorite flavor. Now time to build the top take it to heights unimaginable. Some examples from the donut menu include: banana cream pie, chocolate rainbow cakes, or chocolate comma. You can free style your toppings and the various flavors. My favorite includes the fruity pebbles with added bacon and strawberries 'n cream donut is my favorite. You can order as few toppings as you want or more as needed. Pile those toppings on, extra extra bacon and strawberries to mine under a bed of fruity pebbles. The happy is on, goal met. Due to state mandates extra precautions have to be followed to make sure that you the customer are healthy and happy. The staff here goes way beyond the sanitary guidelines, they clean in between each and every customer. It's extra work, but the benefits will pay off when no one gets sick. You must wear a mask to enter and place the order. The staff wears masks and gloves for added protection. The dining area is open but is limited due to the size. Outside seating is available during my visit. Their is a small awning over the outside dining, but it's very small. All your health concerns and issues have been taken into consideration here. This is a small business so all your support helps not only the business thrive but keep the area awesome. Many small businesses are abundant in this area. Let's do our part and help them out. This business returns the favor by keeping food delicious, the coffee epic, and come discover some things special for you. Crazy donut concoctions made from scratch. It all starts with that cake base. The round center is boiled; add a few touches of magic. That circular cake with a hole in the center is ready for your imagination. Add whatever toppings you want. The staff make the donuts to order and decorate it. At the end you get the finished product. Now to taste yet again. My mouth is doing flips. Euphoria achieved. How will you top that donut. What goes great with a donut? Coffee of course. It's one trip, coffee and donuts all in the same place. Come and be blown away by the simplicity of a decorated decadent donuts. Order up all the frills for your donuts. No counting carbs today. Find happy in knowing that a donut brings a smile to your face. Thank you to the staff for helping me find my donut happy. If you really want a challenge the hot sauce they sell here is a local flavor only found here. How about a hot sauce donut concoction? Are you game? Up to the challenge? Come discover your donut happy! read more

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Were on our way for a day adventure and stopped in to grab a donut for the road...or so we thought. Let me just start by saying, this isn't your average donut shop....not by any means. FRESH HOT DONUTS ARE MADE TO ORDER! yeah, you read that right? What can be more dangerous than that? Talking with the owner of the shop about a place o frequented when I lived in California. That place puts donuts and ice cream together to make a delicious masterpiece. He says to me you gotta minute? I want to make something for you.... We sit down to 6 absolutely delectable donuts and then he brought out a donut ice cream treat that was probably like the best thing I've ever put in my mouth! My only disappointment i have is that I live an hour away....no biggie that just means ROAD TRIP! So, thank you dessert donuts for knocking breakfast out of the galaxy this morning! read more

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You can't get any better than fresh out of the fryer donuts because they are not sitting around all day. Walk up to the window and pick out your favorite flavor or ingredient and you'll end up a happy camper with a fresh tasting donut. read more

Great service, fantastic food quality made fresh to order. Tons of options. Great family spot.

So, ran by here this AM since it was the closest donut shop on my return home. Bought the cheapest doughnuts. 3 of them. Was nearly 9 dollars for three doughnuts. read more

My hometown does not have the option (yet) of a made to order donut shop. I stopped in on a Monday morning and was immediately greeted by a friendly employee who explained the process. I opted for a variety of the customer favorites, but you can do your own customization. The donuts were warm with a nice crisp and I was pleasantly surprised that all the coatings and toppings had nice flavor that didn't taste overly processed. Even though we got a dozen donuts made to order, the process was very quick. During the brief wait, I enjoyed reading up on the founding family, if you get the chance, their story is worth a read. read more

Tasty hot fresh cake donuts. Only One donut type and your choice of frosting & toppings. I love it once in a while. My wife is not a fan of cake donuts. She likes the light and fluffy glazed donuts which are not available here. We end up going to Sweetheart Donuts 98% of the time over this donut shop because we like a variety of donuts. But I do love the cake donuts here. Very good! You will love them. read more

The deluxe breakfast bowl is so delicious it just made our morning! We also got the bacon blast and apple pie donuts and both were phenomenal. Plus the specialty coffees weren't too sweet, great flavor. Highly recommend this place! read more

Delicious donuts and very friendly service. My kids love the options. I love going here for breakfast. read more

Great adventure into the donut world, special toppings different approach to just another donut

These were by far the softest, warm and fresh donuts that we had on our lives! The owner was friendly and helpful, very quick service welcoming atmosphere. I ordered a chunky monkey for my boyfriend and a plain glaze with chopped almonds. Pure bliss each bite,please help support our local businesses it's places like these that make our town special. read more

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While I absolutely love supporting a local organization I don't love the service here. I walked in with 4 friends at 4:17pm, for an after dinner birthday treat and they close at 5p. I checked the exact time because of what the counter service said next. We were told the menu was limited due to being "so close" to closing. and I said limited? We have 45 minutes before close. She said yes that's correct, so we could not order anything except donuts or a scoop of ice cream. As a small business in this town with this kind of lack of service and limiting a menu is absolutely ridiculous. Hoepfully they coach the staff appropriately after this review and don't limit their menu because of 45 minutes. Apparently washing dishes takes hours. read more

Walked in looking for something sweet to eat while in town. The employees recommended their favorites and their selection was not wrong. These donuts are something else. Fresh made to order and come out piping hot. The flavors were on point and not overly sweet. If you are in the area, 10/10 recommend you try them out! read more

Desert Donuts - Muddy buddy donut, Oreo Donut, caramel latte donut. - Donuts Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

This just could be a case of personal preference. But this isn't going to be my go-to doughnut place. I like a crunch from the fried dough and then a cakey-soft inside. This whole thing was cakey and borderline mushy. That may just be because of how fresh it was. Their schtick is that they make your doughnut fresh when you order it. Which is nice when you show up in the evening. Most other doughnut places would have a limited selection and the doughnuts would be stale passed noon. But that means all the flavor is going to be based on toppings and the dough doesn't have much character. I got the bacon blast. Their best seller. It was loaded with bacon but not much of a maple flavor. We also got the lemon bars doughnut. It had a really fresh lemon taste. Both doughnuts fell apart while eating them. The people working there (who were likely the owners) were very engaging, friendly, and helpful. Everyone wore masks at all times. read more

Desert Donuts - Bacon blast and lemon bar doughnut. - Donuts Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

The Elvis donut lives up to its name! This Donut was truly legendary. Can't wait to return to taste the rest of them! read more

Desert Donuts - Elvis donut, Nitro cold brew from the tab and a hot latte YUUUUUUM! - Donuts Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Desert donuts is a unique experience all in its own. Their pear hot sauce, doughnut is unforgettable. If you have an adventurous pallet, I'd like to try new sweets. This is the must stop donut shop. read more

Went for the first time tonight based off their Yelp rating. This place is awesome. Really good donuts and really good customer service. My family was greeted by Jeremy and his co-worker (sorry I didn't catch her name). But they we're super friendly and went above and beyond to help show us the ropes with what their desert shop has to offer. I made my own creation and then I also went with a recommendation. DELICIOUS! They also sell local hot sauce by the bottle. (side note: I was shocked that I really liked their hot sauce donut... crazy concept, but tasty). read more

Desert Donuts - Dozen donuts and a side of local hot sauce. - Donuts Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Delicious doughnuts plus the owner is funny. Made custom right in front of you! Located in a strip mall near a grocery store.

Great place to stop for a donut's and a quick snack to get out of the heat we love this place JImi & Kimberly read more

Amazing place! The atmosphere is super cute and inviting. The donuts though, freshly made right in front of your eyes! They are delicious and drool worthy! Cute accessories to buy the kids too. Lots of variety and they have ice cream, yum! read more

Probably some of the best donuts in Phoenix. Especially when they're fresh out of the fryer.

Desert Donuts is the Subway for donuts with PLENTY of options to top your donut with... including ice cream! Menu and Donut Gallery ------- https://desertdonutsaz.com Desert Donuts is appropriately decorated with rustic, desert decor and a touch of the ole' red, white, and blue. Located in a cozy little suite tucked away in the local strip mall; customers are met with a complete list of toppings, photos to some of the most popular donuts, and customers can even watch their donut being made right in front of them. Desert Donuts are served warm, fresh, and sure to meet you sweet tooth needs. My family paid about $12 bucks for our custom half dozen made donuts. Money I would much rather give to a local community shop over any bigger chains. Why did I give Desert Donuts 5 Stars? Simple. There is no other donut shop in the area where customers can create a custom donut and have it served warm and fresh in the matter of minutes. @captaintwocents read more

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YUM! There are lots of delicious, made to order donuts to choose from. We tried the lemon raspberry, Bavarian, and homer, and they all melted in our mouths. Perfection and the perfect place to stop en route to Flagstaff! read more

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All I can say is WOW!!! Their donuts are simply amazing.. made to order and because of that, the donuts are FRESH and haven't sat out in a display case. I stopped here on my way to visit my family in Phoenix from Vegas and I was so happy I did. The donuts were just soooooo good, light and airy, NOT overly sweet (depending on the topping). Service was great and if you check in on YELP, there's a free donut offer... Take advantage of that!!! read more

I hate Yelp for this. I drove so far because of the reviews. This place should be called Desert Hot Cakes. I was not expecting this at all. It's like a mini cake that's been fried. It's not that usual fluffy airy donut I wanted. I should have went to Rainbow Donuts in Scottsdale but this place had good reviews. Shows me not to trust Yelp anymore. I gave it two stars because it's still edible but it was expensive (even with the discount for National Donut Day). I feel stupid for coming here. read more

Desert Donuts - 8 donuts (hot cakes) in a large box. - Donuts Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

/TL;DR  Hole in the wall donut shop that specializes in made to order, customized donuts. /ATMOSPHERE  It's like walking into the front of a shoe box. It's you, the counter, and a lot of glass. Seating is minimal, but you're not here for that. /FOOD  A fresh, fried donut with your choice of toppings? Eating a warm donut was better than expected. Kind of like the Krispy Kreme experience ... but with the "warm" sign permanently on. /SERVICE  They could see in our eyes we were n00bs and totally friendly about it. HOW TO READ MY REVIEWS: 1 Star - Does not approach edible. Enter at your own risk. 2 Stars - If I'm in the area, I'd pick something else. 3 Stars - I would stop by if I happen to be in the area. 4 Stars - I would pick this place out of other places nearby. 5 Stars - I would go out of my way to dine here. read more

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Delicious donuts! We just Recently move to the area and tonight my daughter went to apply for work and got also some free donuts from the owner. Thank you so much! , that was so kind and the donuts were amazing! read more