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Girls Day on The Ohio Donut Trail
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items What began as a simple sweet tooth turned into one of my favorite Ohio road trip memories! We spent a Saturday morning chasing the ultimate Butler County Donut Trail itinerary—laughing, taking photos, and tasting our way to the best glazed donut in O...Medium:medium.com/@heymonda/i-needed-an-escape-i-found-it-on-a-budget-girls-trip-along-the-ohio-donut-trail-86f578dff87c
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The Early Birds (The Morning Kickoff)
The Fan Favorites (Mid-Day Heavy Hitters)
Pastries & Hidden Gems
The Finish Line (Passport & Prizes)
The Trail Survival Kit
The Early Birds (The Morning Kickoff)
The trail officially begins while the world is still sleeping. These shops are famous for that 'fresh out of the oven' aroma and are the perfect first stops to beat the crowds. Grab your coffee here!
I believe this bakery opens very early. The ultimate sunrise stop. Known for being charmingly classic—grab a traditional glazed here to set the gold standard for your entire trail journey.
The Donut Spot
Very friendly staff. Two words: Fried. Cream. Cheese. This is the legendary stop where you pick your own fillings and indulge in their famous fried cream cheese delight. Don’t skip it!
Milton's Donuts
The danishes were delicious at this bakery. A Middletown legend since 1949! Step into a scratch-bakery time machine where 95% of everything is made from the original family recipes. You have to try their famous Cinnamon Square—a thick, pillowy block ...
Central Pastry Shop
The donuts smelled fresh out of the oven at Martins. Look for the hot pink building! This Trenton favorite is famous for its light-as-air texture. The Apple Fritters here are massive and perfectly spiced."
Martin's Donuts
Good service and delicious pastries. You’re here for the 'Klunker.' It’s a dense, delicious, locally-loved tradition that has been fueled by over 30 years of baking mastery. It’s the 'Modern Heirloom' of Hamilton.
ROSS BAKERY
The Fan Favorites (Mid-Day Heavy Hitters)
If you only have time for a few stops, these are the heavy hitters. These shops won our personal 'Best in Show' for flavor and texture.
Very friendly staff and they have the jelly and cream filled doughnuts. Caffeine meets confection. Try the 'Red Storm Roll' and pair it with their in-house roasted coffee. Their maple donuts use syrup from their own family farm—pure Ohio magic.
Jupiter Coffee & Donuts
This is a wonderful place to visit. Two words: Fried. Cream. This is the legendary stop where you pick your own fillings and indulge in their famous fried cream cheese delight. Don’t skip it!
The Donut Hole by Milton's Donuts
Stan won my contest for the best glazed donut. The king of the fruit-filled fritter. Whether it’s apple or pineapple, Stan’s fritters are fried to perfection. It’s a 50-year-old family recipe that never misses."
Stan the Donut Man - West Chester
Pastries & Hidden Gems
The Donut Trail isn't just about the donuts! These shops surprised us with their incredible danishes and 'cute-factor' interiors.
Very cute shop and delicious donuts. Definitely a sweet sugar rush that looks as good as it tastes.
Kelly's Bakery
Very cute place. The sleeper hit of the trail. While you’re there for the donuts, the breakfast burritos and 'Key Lime Filled Bismarcks' are the secret weapons of this kitchen.
Mimi's Lil Kitchen
They have very unique selection of donuts. Old-school and kettle-fried. This Miami University staple is famous for its massive Red Velvet cake donuts. It’s the crunchy, fluffy finish your passport deserves.
Oxford Doughnut Shoppe | Oxford OH
The Finish Line (Passport & Prizes)
Where to turn in the passport.You made it! Here is everything you need to know to claim your prize and officially join the Donut Trail Hall of Fame.
Visit the site to plan you tour. Download the passport. Collect stamps along the way. Turn in the passport to receive a t-shirt
Butler County Donut Trail -Order Your Tshirts
The Trail Survival Kit
Conquering this many donut shops in one day is a marathon, not a sprint. These are the essentials every 'Donut Trail Angel' needs to stay caffeinated, clean, and cute while chasing that T-shirt
Because you can't have donuts without coffee. This keeps your caffeine piping hot from shop #1 all the way to shop #12. Plus, the glitter finish is very 'Main Character Energy'.
Stanley Quencher Flowstate 40oz Hibiscus Insulated Stainless Steel Tumbler
Glazed fingers are a sign of a successful trip, but sometimes you need to clean up for the next photo op. This keeps you fresh and smelling like a bakery even when you're back in the car.
VQ Hand Sanitizer - Caramel Pistachio - 1.01 fl oz