Since August 28, 2024, Mister Donut has been delighting customers with its seasonal Sweet Potato Doughnut series, perfectly capturing the flavors of autumn. This limited-time offering has quickly gained attention and popularity for its autumnal appeal.
Here’s a closer look at the 2024 lineup of the Sweet Potato Doughnut series, complete with a taste test!
A Beloved Fall Tradition: The Sweet Potato Doughnut Series Returns in 2024
Mister Donut has been releasing its Sweet Potato Doughnut series every autumn since 2019. These limited-time treats are crafted using sweet potatoes, which are in season from fall through winter. Their hallmark is the “moist and dense texture,” reminiscent of the sweet potatoes themselves.
The 2024 lineup features three varieties:
- Sweet Potato Doughnut: Drizzled Honey Sweet Potato
- Sweet Potato Doughnut: Salted Butter Cream
- Sweet Potato Doughnut: Caramelized Brûlée
Let’s dive into the details of each!
Enhanced Creamy Texture: Drizzled Honey Sweet Potato
The Drizzled Honey Sweet Potato combines a moist, dense dough with a honey-sweet potato sauce, creating an irresistible pairing. The texture feels like biting into an actual sweet potato, enhanced further by the sticky-sweet honey sauce.
Although my photo inadvertently included the protective film, the glossy drizzle still shines through beautifully.
- Takeout Price: ¥172 (tax included)
- Eat-In Price: ¥176 (tax included)
Sweet and Savory Harmony: Salted Butter Cream
The Salted Butter Cream doughnut is a delightful balance of sweetness from the dough and a hint of saltiness from the butter. The contrast is addictive! The dough’s soft, moist texture complements the crunchy, flaky salted butter topping, creating a fun eating experience.
Sweet potato and salted butter are a classic match, and this doughnut delivers on expectations.
- Takeout Price: ¥194 (tax included)
- Eat-In Price: ¥198 (tax included)
Irresistible Crunch: Caramelized Brûlée
The Caramelized Brûlée is a standout with its rich caramelized sugar coating. The sweetness and slight bitterness of the caramel pair perfectly with the moist, dense dough. The crisp caramel layer adds a satisfying crunch without being overly hard, striking an ideal balance.
This was my personal favorite of the three, though I’d caution that the caramel can stick to your teeth a bit!
- Takeout Price: ¥194 (tax included)
- Eat-In Price: ¥198 (tax included)
Limited-Time Only: Grab Yours Before They’re Gone!
The Sweet Potato Doughnut series offers the unique “moist and dense texture” of sweet potatoes, enhanced by clever flavor combinations.
While the official Mister Donut website does not specify an end date for this series, the limited-time nature means they could disappear anytime. If you’re intrigued, head to your nearest Mister Donut soon!
Additionally, the Chestnut Doughnut series, featuring Japanese chestnuts from Kumamoto Prefecture, is also available for a limited time. Be sure to check it out while you’re there!
