Krispy Kreme Sweetens the Holidays With Free Doughnuts on Annual ‘Day of the Dozens’

Krispy Kreme is celebrating its annual Day of the Dozens on Dec. 12 with a special treat: buy one dozen Original Glazed doughnuts, get one free.

According to a press release announcement, Krispy Kreme fans can treat themselves to a sweet holiday deal in stores and at the drive-thru. Customers can order any dozen doughnuts, including seasonal favorites, at regular price and then get a second dozen free.

The beloved chain is known for its hot-off-the-line doughnuts. Customers know the baked treats are fresh when the store’s Hot Light signals that hot doughnuts are coming off the production line and available for purchase.

This year’s deal is even better than the 2023 version. Last year, the Day of the Dozens deal was buy one dozen, get a dozen for $1.

There is a limit of two free dozen per guest at participating shops.

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The holiday season brings a series of doughnuts inspired by the beloved Christmas character, the Grinch. Krispy Kreme introduced the Merry Grinchmas Doughnut Collection in November, featuring three all-new doughnuts — inspired by characters from the Christmas classic “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” by Dr. Seuss — as well as two returning fan-favorite doughnuts.

In a press release, Dave Skena, the chain’s global chief brand officer, stated, “Who wants to celebrate Christmas with Krispy Kreme?! Our Merry Grinchmas doughnuts are guaranteed to make even the Grinchiest Grinch smile. At Krispy Kreme, you’re a sweet one, Mr. Grinch!”

The new doughnuts for sale at Krispy Kreme include the Grinch Doughnut, an unglazed doughnut filled with “coal” Cookies & Kreme filling, dipped in Grinch green icing, and topped with buttercream hair and a smirky grin made of chocolate icing. The second is the Grinchy Claus Doughnut: an Original Glazed doughnut dipped in chocolate icing and topped with white buttercream, Christmas crispies, and a Grinch piece. Finally, there’s the Cindy-Lou Who Merry Berry Tree Doughnut, which is an Original Glazed doughnut dipped in strawberry-flavored icing with a green buttercream tree that’s covered in sprinkles and topped with a star.

The returning Santa Belly Doughnut is an unglazed treat filled with white Kreme, dipped in red icing, piped with a black chocolate Santa belt, and topped with a belt buckle. The Holiday Springle Doughnut is also coming back — it’s an Original Glazed doughnut covered in chocolate icing and festive sprinkles.

Krispy Kreme operates in 40 countries through its unique network of fresh doughnut shops.