The Munchkin

The missing "hole" of a Dunkin Donut, also known as a Munchkin is quite possibly the best invention known to the doughnut eating world.

The origins are unknown, however we can trace the birth of the doughnut hole to sometime after 1847 following the invention of the doughnut by American Hansen Gregory.

Of all of the donut holes out there, Dunkin Donuts Munchkin is by far the best. With a variety of flavors and reasonably priced you can't go wrong with this bite size doughnut from heaven.


The tiny box these little Muchkins come in, just make you want to eat them more because they travel in a cute little carrier. Don't worry if you eat 5 or 6 that's still only about 1 doughnut. No big deal.

What is it about these tiny creations that keep us reaching in the box for just one more?! Is it the design? The name? Or just the fact that you have to try every single flavor before you're satisfied? Just like a good bag of potato chips, Munchkins are hard to resist. I'm going to guess that every time someone brings a box into a densely crowded area, you fight your way to get your hand in the box.

Krispy Kreme tried to capture the magic of the Munchkin, but in my opinion, failed miserably. They couldn't get the texture or taste right. Dunkin knows all about these little guys and creates them with perfection every time.

Next time you feel like eating big - think small.