Forget Krispy Kreme: These Pastries Are Worth Stopping At QuikTrip For

If you're running low on gas, craving a cold drink, or looking to refuel with a quick snack, QuikTrip offers plenty of reasons for customers to stop. But there's more to QuikTrip than just the usual staples. The next time you pull into a QuikTrip, take a stroll by the donut cases and consider grabbing one to go.

At first glance, gas station donuts may not seem glamorous, but in QuikTrip's case, don't knock them 'til you've tried them. QuikTrip doesn't make its donuts in the store, but it does use its distribution centers to have them delivered every day. And the donut selection definitely catches the eye, with the average QuikTrip offering enough pastry varieties to rival a local bakery. Customers visiting QuikTrip for their breakfast fix can expect to find apple fritters, old-fashioned donuts, long johns, cinnamon rolls, Bismarcks, and iced donuts, among others.

We tried gas station donuts and found QuikTrip's to be simply delightful. They looked like they were fresh from the oven, the glazed donuts glistened in the light, and — perhaps most importantly — they all tasted good. We loved the cream-filled Bismarck for its light, airy cream, as well as the old-fashioned donut for being perfectly dense and moist.

There are some other great things to eat at QuikTrip, but the donuts in particular are always worth considering thanks to their variety. You can find everyday classic donuts like sugar, chocolate, or strawberry iced, available to customers all the time. QuikTrip has also offered seasonal or limited-time offerings, so there's always the possibility of trying something different with each trip.

As with anything, QuikTrip donuts also have their share of detractors. In addition to complaints about various locations discontinuing their favorite flavors, some customers have also complained about what they feel is a drop in overall quality. This opinion has risen seemingly due to the apparent transition from fresh donuts to frozen and thawed ones, with customers noting these frozen donuts showing up in their location since 2024. A few customers argued that these donuts are stale and dry, making them a far cry from donuts found in a traditional bakery.

Even if QuikTrip donuts aren't everyone's favorite, they can still hit the spot in a pinch. Just walk by a fully stocked case during your next QuikTrip stop and see what's being offered. If the sight alone isn't enough incentive, QuikTrip also discounts its donuts every day beginning at 3 p.m. local time (usually to less than a dollar per pastry). Plus, the chain offers some of its coffee on tap, so you can pair your favorite sweet treat with a piping-hot cup of joe for the perfect midday pickup.