Did Donuts Originate in America?

Thread starter wolram
Start date Apr 13, 2007

In summary, Dunkin' Donuts are a poor imitation of the gut-filling New England cake-style donuts of my childhood. The idea that a donut ought to be a bit of sweet airy fluff with no substance is paralleled by the regional degradation of biscuits.

Apr 16, 2007

radou

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Huckleberry said:

Hey radou, I don't know what you call those things but they look bad for you. I would love them. I'd love them even more with some HErsheys chocolate on top.

Actually, they're not so bad.. if you know when to stop, of course.

Oh yes, and the chocolate-coated ones are delicious.

<h2> Where did donuts originate?</h2><p>Donuts are believed to have originated in the Netherlands in the 19th century. They were originally called "olykoeks" which translates to "oily cakes".</p><h2> Did donuts come from America?</h2><p>While donuts did not originate in America, they did gain popularity in the United States in the early 20th century. It is believed that Dutch settlers brought the tradition of making donuts to America.</p><h2> How did donuts become popular in America?</h2><p>Donuts became popular in America during World War I when American soldiers were introduced to them by Salvation Army volunteers who would serve them to the soldiers. This led to the creation of the "Donut Girls", a group of women who would make and serve donuts to soldiers during the war.</p><h2> Are donuts considered an American food?</h2><p>While donuts are not originally from America, they have become a staple in American cuisine and are often associated with American culture. They are commonly found in American bakeries, coffee shops, and breakfast restaurants.</p><h2> What are the different types of donuts in America?</h2><p>There are many different types of donuts in America, including glazed, jelly-filled, cream-filled, cake, and old-fashioned. There are also regional variations such as the Boston cream donut and the beignet from New Orleans. In recent years, there has been a rise in unique and gourmet donut flavors and toppings.</p>

FAQ: Did Donuts Originate in America?

Where did donuts originate?

Donuts are believed to have originated in the Netherlands in the 19th century. They were originally called "olykoeks" which translates to "oily cakes".

Did donuts come from America?

While donuts did not originate in America, they did gain popularity in the United States in the early 20th century. It is believed that Dutch settlers brought the tradition of making donuts to America.

How did donuts become popular in America?

Donuts became popular in America during World War I when American soldiers were introduced to them by Salvation Army volunteers who would serve them to the soldiers. This led to the creation of the "Donut Girls", a group of women who would make and serve donuts to soldiers during the war.

Are donuts considered an American food?

While donuts are not originally from America, they have become a staple in American cuisine and are often associated with American culture. They are commonly found in American bakeries, coffee shops, and breakfast restaurants.

What are the different types of donuts in America?

There are many different types of donuts in America, including glazed, jelly-filled, cream-filled, cake, and old-fashioned. There are also regional variations such as the Boston cream donut and the beignet from New Orleans. In recent years, there has been a rise in unique and gourmet donut flavors and toppings.