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Synopsis
The global market for Doughnuts was estimated to be worth US$ 16820 million in 2024 and is forecast to a readjusted size of US$ 21190 million by 2031 with a CAGR of 3.4% during the forecast period 2025-2031.
This report provides a comprehensive assessment of recent tariff adjustments and international strategic countermeasures on Doughnuts cross-border industrial footprints, capital allocation patterns, regional economic interdependencies, and supply chain reconfigurations.
Doughnuts are a popular sweet treat enjoyed by consumers worldwide, typically made from leavened dough, deep-fried, and then topped with icing, sugar glaze, or chocolate. The shapes of doughnuts vary, including the traditional ring shape, filled with jam or cream, and other innovative forms. The history of doughnuts dates back to the 19th century in the United States. The name is derived from the Dutch words "dough" and "nut," though it originally referred to a small treat containing nuts rather than the round-shaped pastry known today. Over time, the doughnut evolved into the form we recognize today. Its basic ingredients include flour, sugar, eggs, and other flavorings, with additional ingredients such as spices, nuts, and chocolate enhancing the variety of flavors available.
The product range includes classic doughnuts, mini doughnuts, filled doughnuts, and healthier options such as low-sugar, sugar-free, and high-protein doughnuts. Today, doughnuts are not limited to traditional retail markets but have become standard offerings in fast food chains, snack foods, and coffee shops, and are often found at various celebrations and social events. As consumers increasingly focus on healthy eating, low-sugar, sugar-free, and high-fiber doughnuts have emerged as new trends in the market. Furthermore, with globalization, doughnuts have adapted to different cultures and regional preferences, leading to the introduction of local flavors such as matcha, red bean, and vanilla.
The doughnut market is experiencing significant growth opportunities. The primary drivers of this growth stem from consumers’ increasing demand for fast, convenient, and delicious food. Particularly in bustling urban environments, doughnuts have become a part of many people’s daily diets as a quick breakfast or snack option. With a growing focus on health, healthier versions of doughnuts, such as low-sugar, high-fiber, and organic options, are gaining favor, creating new market opportunities for food producers. Additionally, the younger generation’s interest in personalized and innovative flavors is driving the development of new doughnut products.
However, the market also faces certain challenges and risks. First, the production of doughnuts relies on high-quality raw materials like flour, sugar, and oil, the price fluctuations of which can affect production costs and subsequently impact profit margins. Second, as health trends continue to rise, some consumers are expressing concerns over the health implications of fried foods, potentially leading to a slowdown in demand. Furthermore, the doughnut industry is highly concentrated, with a few major brands such as Dunkin' Donuts and Krispy Kreme dominating the market, creating intense competition.
Despite these challenges, downstream demand remains strong, especially in the fast food and retail sectors. The rise of delivery and online shopping platforms has expanded doughnut sales channels, contributing to market growth. The application of innovative technologies, such as healthier frying methods (e.g., air frying) and the introduction of new formulations, also presents new opportunities for the market.
This report aims to provide a comprehensive presentation of the global market for Doughnuts, focusing on the total sales volume, sales revenue, price, key companies market share and ranking, together with an analysis of Doughnuts by region & country, by Type, and by Application.
The Doughnuts market size, estimations, and forecasts are provided in terms of sales volume (M Units) and sales revenue ($ millions), considering 2024 as the base year, with history and forecast data for the period from 2020 to 2031. With both quantitative and qualitative analysis, to help readers develop business/growth strategies, assess the market competitive situation, analyze their position in the current marketplace, and make informed business decisions regarding Doughnuts.
Market Segmentation
By Company
Dunkin' Brands
Krispy Kreme
Tim Hortons
Entenmann's
Hostess Brands
Little Debbie
Doughnut Time
J.CO Donuts & Coffee
Crispy Crème
Goody's Donuts
Donut King
Daylight Donuts
Mister Donut
Honey Dew Donuts
Robin's Donuts
Paris Baguette
Tous Les Jours
BreadTalk
yamazaki
Donut stop
Segment by Type
Classic Doughnuts
Mini Doughnuts
Filled Doughnuts
Segment by Application
Restaurants
Coffee and Dessert shops
Supermarkets
Others
By Region
North America
United States
Canada
Asia-Pacific
China
Japan
South Korea
Southeast Asia
India
Australia
Rest of Asia-Pacific
Europe
Germany
France
U.K.
Italy
Netherlands
Nordic Countries
Rest of Europe
Latin America
Mexico
Brazil
Rest of Latin America
Middle East & Africa
Turkey
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Rest of MEA
Chapter Outline
Chapter 1: Introduces the report scope of the report, global total market size (value, volume and price). This chapter also provides the market dynamics, latest developments of the market, the driving factors and restrictive factors of the market, the challenges and risks faced by manufacturers in the industry, and the analysis of relevant policies in the industry.
Chapter 2: Detailed analysis of Doughnuts manufacturers competitive landscape, price, sales and revenue market share, latest development plan, merger, and acquisition information, etc.
Chapter 3: Provides the analysis of various market segments by Type, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different market segments.
Chapter 4: Provides the analysis of various market segments by Application, covering the market size and development potential of each market segment, to help readers find the blue ocean market in different downstream markets.
Chapter 5: Sales, revenue of Doughnuts in regional level. It provides a quantitative analysis of the market size and development potential of each region and introduces the market development, future development prospects, market space, and market size of each country in the world.
Chapter 6: Sales, revenue of Doughnuts in country level. It provides sigmate data by Type, and by Application for each country/region.
Chapter 7: Provides profiles of key players, introducing the basic situation of the main companies in the market in detail, including product sales, revenue, price, gross margin, product introduction, recent development, etc.
Chapter 8: Analysis of industrial chain, including the upstream and downstream of the industry.
Chapter 9: Conclusion.

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