Dunkin' recently marked the 50th anniversary of its Munchkins Donut Hole Treats, which sell around 800 million every year. Although Dunkin' claims it invented the donut hole to avoid wasting excess dough, there's a competing story of ship captain Hanson Gregory, who allegedly cut the first donut hole. The article also traces the history of donuts back to 17th-century Dutch settlers and touches on their introduction during World War I, culminating in innovations by Adolph Levitt that made donuts widely accessible in the U.S.
Dunkin' Munchkins, celebrated for their deliciousness, have sold around 800 million each year since their debut in the 1970s, now marking 50 years of popularity.
While Dunkin' claims they created the donut hole from leftover dough, there's a competing narrative about ship captain Hanson Gregory, who cut the first hole in a donut.
The history of donuts stretches back to the 17th century with Dutch oliekoeken, leading to the evolution of the donut hole through American innovations and cravings.
Adolph Levitt revolutionized donut-making in the 1920s with a machine, increasing the donut's accessibility and contributing to its rise as a beloved American snack.
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