Krispy Kreme Unveils 3 New Doughnuts, and the Buzz Is Growing
Krispy Kreme’s latest launch isn’t just another menu refresh—it’s a full-on dessert collaboration that’s catching attention across the food world. The doughnut chain has partnered with Milk Bar, the cult-favorite bakery founded by award-winning pastry chef Christina Tosi, to create a limited-time collection inspired by some of its most iconic treats.
This marks the first time the two brands have worked together, blending Krispy Kreme’s classic doughnuts with Milk Bar’s desserts. The result is a trio of creations that rework familiar flavors into a different format.
The collaboration launched on April 21 and is being offered nationwide for a limited time.
Meet the Three Doughnuts Everyone’s Talking About
At the center of the buzz are three new doughnuts, each inspired by one of Milk Bar’s signature desserts. First up is the Birthday Cake Doughnut, a colorful, celebratory treat made from an Original Glazed cake base, topped with birthday cake frosting, cake crumbles, and rainbow sprinkles.
Next is the Milk Bar Pie Doughnut, a richer option that leans into sweet-and-salty flavors. It features an unglazed shell filled with buttery pie filling, dipped in caramel icing, rolled in oat cookie topping, and finished with a dusting of powdered sugar.
Rounding out the trio is the Compost Cookie Doughnut, inspired by one of Milk Bar’s most famous creations. This version takes an Original Glazed doughnut and tops it with cookie-flavored icing, a crunchy mix of sweet and salty chocolate bits, and a drizzle of caramel for a layered finish.
Why This Drop Feels Different
Limited-time doughnuts are nothing new for Krispy Kreme, but this collection stands out because of its source material. Milk Bar has built a reputation for inventive desserts like Compost Cookies and cereal milk soft serve, turning nostalgic flavors into something unexpected.
That shared approach to creativity is part of what makes the collaboration feel natural. Krispy Kreme’s product team described the partnership as a way to turn familiar flavors into something “bold and craveable,” while still staying rooted in what customers already love.
Tosi herself framed the project as a “creative collision,” saying the doughnuts bring Milk Bar’s signature nostalgia into an entirely new format. The idea of translating well-known desserts into a different texture and experience is at the heart of the collection’s appeal.
Fans Are Already Weighing In, and Here’s Where to Get Them
Scroll through the joint announcement post by Krispy Kreme and Milk Bar on Instagram, and the reaction is instant.
Fans jumped in with comments like “OMG I NEED” and “I’m trying it all tomorrow!”, while others kept it simple—“Awesome,” or just a flood of emojis reacting to the flavors.
For those ready to try them, the doughnuts are available in Krispy Kreme shops nationwide, as well as through online orders on the company’s website and app for pickup or delivery. They’re sold individually or by the dozen, and a six-pack featuring Milk Bar Birthday Cake doughnuts alongside Original Glazed is also being offered at select grocery retailers.
