The best doughnuts in London: 8 perfectly plump treats

"Whether they're filled to the brim with jam, are covered in elaborate glazes or are simply dusted with sugar, all doughnuts come with one simple promise: every bite delivers a mini-sugar rush and an instant dopamine hit. It's no wonder Londoners are so addicted to these sweet treats. And it's also why it's so easy to find independent bakeries and mini-chains producing every type of doughnut you can think of."

"For me, they make the perfect pick-me-up, are easy to grab and go, and, perhaps most importantly, feel deliciously indulgent every time. My go-to option is the jam doughnut - raspberry is best - or a sugared doughnut fresh out of the fryer. But it never hurts to try a new flavour now and then. With that in mind, here are some of the best spots in London for doughnuts, and the flavours you should order."

"For what's a tiny hole-in-the-wall spot in Notting Hill, Happy Donuts offers an astounding variety of doughnuts for takeaway. On any given day, you can expect to find a couple of dozen options ranging from simple glazed rings to over-filled doughnuts, some of which are a little too indulgent. Take the Nutella doughnut. Aside from the rich Nutella filling, it's also glazed with Valrhona chocolate, with a second version that adds a chocolate brownie on top."

"There's also an Oreo one, which is glazed with white chocolate and salted caramel. For a sweet-and-tangy hit, go for the lemon meringue one that's been on the menu for ages."

Doughnuts provide a mini sugar rush and an instant dopamine hit, making them highly popular in London. Independent bakeries and mini-chains make many varieties, from jam-filled doughnuts to elaborate glazes and sugared rings. A common favorite is the jam doughnut, especially raspberry, or a sugared doughnut fresh from the fryer. Happy Donuts in Notting Hill is a small takeaway spot with a wide daily selection, including glazed rings and very indulgent options. Notable flavors include Nutella doughnuts glazed with Valrhona chocolate, an Oreo doughnut with white chocolate and salted caramel, and a lemon meringue doughnut that has been on the menu for ages.

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